When you don’t get the CPP survivor benefit you expect – Globe and Mail, Wednesday, February 8, 2017
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/retirement/retire-planning/when-you-dont-get-the-cpp-survivor-benefit-you-expect/article33949647/?reqid=4bacd4f3-68f9-4bc7-8860-1b9620132b2d
Diane Jermyn speaks how some Canadians get surprised when they lose a spouse with how little they get in survivor’s benefits from CPP. She reminds us that how much a person can get depends on both the age of the survivor and past contributions.
How to do Dublin in 48 hours – Toronto Star, Tuesday, February, 2017
https://www.thestar.com/life/travel/2017/02/07/how-to-do-dublin-in-48-hours.html
Tamara Hinson provides a short list of things you could do in Dublin if you only have a couple of days. Could have used this article two weeks ago when I was there; some fine suggestions though.
Globe editorial: Baby Boomers, please don’t retire just yet – Globe and Mail, Tuesday, February 7, 2017
https://beta.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/editorials/globe-editorial-baby-boomers-please-dont-retire-just-yet/article33946731/?ref=http://www.theglobeandmail.com&
Apparently the editorial board at the Globe and Mail don’t want you packing it in just yet. Sorry, too late for me.
Asking Canadians to delay their CPP benefits? Good luck – Globe and Mail, Friday, February 10, 2017
https://beta.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/retirement/retire-planning/asking-canadians-to-delay-cpp-retirement-benefits-good-luck/article33964757/?ref=http://www.theglobeandmail.com&
Rob Carrick presents a strong argument for delaying taking your CPP until as late as 70. What about taking it early, and using that money to fund your TFSA each year Rob?
What to do when travel dreams turn into a booking nightmare: Roseman – Toronto Star, Tuesday, January 10, 2017
https://www.thestar.com/business/personal_finance/2017/01/10/what-to-do-when-travel-dreams-turn-into-a-booking-nightmare-roseman.html
Ellen Roseman provides a few case examples where she was able to help readers receive refunds after their travel bookings didn’t measure up. The message, fight for what is rightfully yours, and don’t give up.