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- 1How Many Americans Outlive Their Retirement Savings●How Many Americans Outlive Their Retirement Savings? Key Findings
A new analysis highlighted by Investopedia examines how many Americans run out of money in retirement. The findings point to a growing gap between life expectancy and retirement savings, reigniting debate over whether typical 401(k) balances and Social Security benefits are sufficient to last through old age.
- 2OAS increase of 1.4% criticized as too small▼RE: https:// flipboard.com/@dailyhive/daily -hive-canada-qfe1clipz/-/a-Obznbw5uQ9qk1tEcmjSn9g%3Aa%3A3765800918-%2F0 So O
Old Age Security payments in Canada are set to rise by 1.4%, prompting criticism that the increase falls well short of rising living costs. Commenters point to inflation in rent, groceries, clothing, prescriptions, utilities, transportation and healthcare, arguing the adjustment leaves seniors further behind financially.
- 3Financial advice question: deferring QPP, OAS and gifting property▼Should Christopher defer QPP as well as OAS and gift real estate while he's alive?
A personal finance question is being discussed in a Financial Post advice column: whether a retiree named Christopher should defer his Quebec Pension Plan benefits in addition to delaying Old Age Security, and whether to gift real estate to family while still alive. Deferring these pensions increases monthly payouts, while gifting property before death can affect capital gains taxes and probate exposure.