Can you retire at 55 with $500,000 in Canada?

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Can You Retire at 55 in Canada with $500,000?
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In this special Tuesday edition of the Canadian Money Roadmap Podcast, host Evan Neufeld shares the audio from his recent YouTube video discussing the feasibility of retiring with $500,000 in savings for a 55-year-old couple. He explores various factors such as spending needs, savings strategies, and the impact of deferring Canada Pension Plan (CPP) benefits to age 70. Using retirement planning software and Monte Carlo analysis, Evan evaluates the couple's retirement projections, highlights shortfalls, and suggests changes to create a successful retirement plan. Key recommendations include retiring closer to age 65, saving more in Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs), and deferring CPP benefits to secure guaranteed, inflation-protected income later in life.
00:00 Welcome to the Special Tuesday Edition!
00:55 Retiring in Canada with $500,000: Is It Enough?
01:51 Exploring Retirement Planning Software Insights
02:58 Adjusting Retirement Strategies for Success
03:50 The Impact of Deferring Retirement and CPP Benefits
08:58 Stress Testing the Retirement Plan with Monte Carlo Analysis
10:34 Final Recommendations and Summary
13:06 Closing Thoughts and Podcast Sign-off