TFSA or RRSP…that is the question!

Ottawa Business Journal
January 16, 2023.

You may have wondered “If I have a finite amount to invest and I have to choose between contributing to my TFSA or to my RRSP, which one do I choose?” It’s a question we are often asked and, as is frequently the case with financial questions, the answer is, “it depends”.

The ambiguity of the answer sometimes leads people to choose neither and not invest the money in either tool. Don’t let your behavioural biases cause you to be a victim of this! It is important to take advantage of time, and to allow your investments to compound, so the sooner you make your RRSP or TFSA contributions, the better.

Read more.

Related articles

2023

Many Canadians are leaving this registered savings plan's money on the table

May 25, 2023 - Susan O'Brien writes about one of the most useful tools available to Canadians living with a disability is the RDSP, a…

2 minute read

2023

RRSP season investment fund flows falter to weakest level since 2009 as investors opt for cash

May 23, 2023 - Andrew Feindel, Portfolio Manager and Investment Advisor at Richardson Wealth writes on how he has seen clients’ reluctance to get back…

2 minute read

2023

First home savings account: The best thing since sliced bread!

May 23, 2023 - Joelle Hall writes that even if home-buying is not in your future, you should consider an FHSA if you’re eligible. You…

2 minute read