Alberta couple’s costly fleet of seven vehicles leaves retirement plans in neutral – Financial Post, June 5, 2020
https://business.financialpost.com/personal-finance/family-finance/alberta-couples-costly-fleet-of-seven-vehicles-leaves-retirement-plans-in-neutral
Andrew Allentuck examines the retirement readiness of a couple with a few too many vehicles. Seven does seem like a few too many. 🙂
For thousands of seniors, deferring pension means being denied emergency aid – Globe and Mail, June 4, 2020
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-for-thousands-of-seniors-deferring-pension-means-being-denied/
Patrick Brethoir points out that any seniors who have delayed receiving their OAS will not receive the special pandemic related payments. One would have to wonder how many folks who can afford to delay receiving their OAS really needs the $300-$500 promised.
Why now is not the time for major dividend portfolio changes – Globe and Mail, June 5, 2020
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/education/article-why-now-is-not-the-time-for-major-portfolio-changes/
John Heinzl reaffirms his commitment to his income producing portfolio. Can’t say I have an argument with him.
A million beers await European drinkers as bars start to reopen – Globe and Mail, June 4, 2020
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/international-business/european-business/article-a-million-beers-await-european-drinkers-as-bars-start-to-reopen/
Philip Blenkinsop and Andreas Motensen report on a fun idea from Europe. Apparently a number of breweries allowed beer drinkers to pre-pay for drinks during the lockdown to support their favourite bars, which they could later consume when they re-opened.
Prime Ministerial pauses will abound as long as Trump is in office – Globe and Mail, June 4, 2020
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/article-prime-ministerial-pauses-will-abound-as-long-as-trump-is-in-office/
Gary Mason reflects on the Mr. Trudeau’s prolonged pause when asked a direct question about Mr. Trump. It was a wonderful thing to watch live on television.
