Stagflation fears take hold, survey finds
A recent survey finds that 47% of Canadians aged 45 to 54 do not plan to fully retire, and will work to remain active or will earn money to survive.The national survey of over 1,500 Canadians was jointly conducted by Secor Consulting and Leger Marketing.“Understanding the ‘ins and outs’ of retirement saving options, insurance, wealth […]
Flattening returns of alternative investment have contributed to investor pressure for more and better governance
One-quarter chose to park contributions in short-term vehicles
Over half of Canadians are not planning to add to their RRSPs for the 2007 contribution period, according to a recent BMO Financial Group/Leger study. This trend is led by respondents aged 55-64 — the group closest to retirement — with two out of three choosing not to contribute this year.According to the poll of […]
Firm tops advisor survey for seventh consecutive year
Investors aged 18 - 34 anticipate needing $933,000 to retire comfortably
Health care considerations are increasing in importance
Many not anticipating increased costs in retirement
Working Canadians have not taken steps to create a financial plan