You won’t know if you’re ready for retirement until you’re actually living it – Globe and Mail, June 19, 2026
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/personal-finance/retirement/article-retirement-planning-pension-plan-survey-retire-rich/
Meera Raman discusses how the reality of retirement can often end up being different than what you planned for. Can’t say I disagree.
Having a will is essential (and easier than you think) – MoneySense.ca, June 18, 2026
https://www.moneysense.ca/save/financial-planning/estate-planning/having-a-will-is-essential-and-easier-than-you-think/
Sybil Verch asserts”Writing a will is easier and more affordable than many people think. Here’s how Canadians can protect their assets, family, and final wishes.”
How to find stability in the market – along with dividends – Globe and Mail, June 15, 2026
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/inside-the-market/article-how-to-find-stability-in-the-market-along-with-dividends/
Norman Rothery suggest readers”consider the Stable Dividend portfolio. It sports a strong return record and offers respite from some of the mayhem in the markets with its focus on low-volatility Canadian dividend stocks.” A link to the portfolio is provided.
Is AI the ultimate retirement hack? – MoneySense.ca, monthday, 2026
https://www.moneysense.ca/columns/retired-money/is-ai-the-ultimate-retirement-hack/
Jonathan Chevreau reached out LinkedIn and Featured.com to see whether AI might be used “in order to get to retirement in the first place and, once there, to discover how AI might be used to spend the resulting leisure time that accrues to retirees.”
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