Don’t let age be an excuse to slow down

October 13, 2017 BoomertoBoomerOnline.ca Ask Questions: 'It Helps To Know...', Guest Blogs

(NC) If you think a sore hip, painful knees or aching feet are a sign you should slow down, you’re not alone. However, experts say reducing your activity levels may be the wrong decision, particularly if you are a senior. “Many older adults stop exercising regularly because they are experiencing lower limb pain, think they’re […]

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CPP is already planning for your retirement

August 4, 2017 BoomertoBoomerOnline.ca Ask Questions: 'It Helps To Know...', Boomers

(NC) Did you know you’re already planning for your retirement? If you’re between 18 and 70, working within Canada outside of Quebec and earning more than $3,500 each year, you’re actually making your financial future more secure with each pay cheque through your contributions to the Canada Pension Plan. Every day, Canada Pension Plan Investment […]

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What happens to my CPP money before I retire?

August 4, 2017 BoomertoBoomerOnline.ca 1 Comment Ask Questions: 'It Helps To Know...', Boomers

(NC) Have you ever wondered what happens to your Canada Pension Plan contributions? While most of us contribute a portion of our paycheques to CPP, we often don’t think about this important part of our savings until just before we retire. The money you and your employer pay into CPP is managed by Canada Pension […]

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What to do with your elderly parent’s car when they are no longer able to drive or pass away!!!

July 14, 2017July 14, 2017 BoomertoBoomerOnline.ca Boomers, Guest Blogs, Share your stories: 'It helps To Talk...'

It’s an unfortunate but inevitable time in an adult child’s life when one of their parent’s or both are in the position to hang up the car keys, are ill, need to be moved to a retirement home or long term care facility or ultimately pass away. I know all too well from experience when […]

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