RRSP vs TFSA: What should Canadians choose?
A simple breakdown of the differences between RRSPs and TFSAs, contribution limits, tax treatment, and scenarios where one account type may be better than the other.
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Guides and reference articles covering RRSP and TFSA strategies, retirement savings ranges, debt payoff methods, CPP and OAS facts, tax brackets, mortgage rates, and tools Canadians can use to plan for the future. Each article provides insights that pair with our financial calculators.
A simple breakdown of the differences between RRSPs and TFSAs, contribution limits, tax treatment, and scenarios where one account type may be better than the other.
Pairs with: Retirement Calculator
Understand how compound interest accelerates long-term growth for Canadian investors using RRSPs, TFSAs, or general investment accounts.
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Explore methods Canadians use to remove debt faster, reduce interest, and free up cash flow — including extra monthly payments and snowball techniques.
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What does the typical Canadian have saved for retirement? We look at available figures and benchmarks to help you estimate your retirement readiness.
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Understand what CPP and OAS provide, how eligibility works, and how these pensions shape retirement income planning for Canadians age 60+.
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A high-level look at mortgage rates, amortization periods, CMHC requirements, and repayment math for Canadian homebuyers.
Pairs with: Loan Payoff Calculator
Federal and provincial tax bands, credits, RRSP deductions, and how taxable income impacts Canadians across provinces.
Pairs with: Coming Soon: Income Tax Estimator
We explore inflation, lifestyle cost ranges, CPP/OAS contributions, and investment return assumptions to estimate retirement targets in CAD.
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