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Alberta's Economic Outlook and the Referendum

Could Retiring Abroad Cost You More?



On this bonus 30 minute episode, Faisal chats with Mark Parsons, Vice President and Chief Economist at ATB Financial, to examine Alberta’s economic outlook for 2027, including how referendum uncertainty could affect growth, investment and retirees.

To close the show, Faisal and Rob look at the financial realities of retiring abroad, from CPP and OAS benefits to taxes, healthcare coverage and the potential costs of moving back to Canada.

On this bonus 30 minute episode, Faisal chats with&nbsp;Mark Parsons, Vice President and Chief Economist at ATB Financial, to examine Alberta&rsquo;s economic outlook for 2027, including how referendum uncertainty could affect growth, investment and retirees.
To close the show, Faisal and Rob look at the financial realities of retiring abroad, from CPP and OAS benefits to taxes, healthcare coverage and the potential costs of moving back to Canada.

More Than Money is your weekly guide to retirement, from financial strategies to lifestyle planning, we cover what really matters in making the most of your retirement—because it’s about more than just money.
Hosted by Portfolio Managers and Investment Advisors Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali, along with Wealth Advisors Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie.
Learn more at www.morethanmoneyradio.com

More Than Money

More Than Money is your weekly guide to retirement, from financial strategies to lifestyle planning, we cover what really matters in making the most of your retirement—because it’s about more than just money. Hosted by Portfolio Managers and Investment Advisors Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali, along with Wealth Advisors Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie. Learn more at morethanmoney.ca

More Than Money is your weekly guide to retirement, from financial strategies to lifestyle planning, we cover what really matters in making the most of your retirement&mdash;because it&rsquo;s about more than just money. Hosted by Portfolio Managers and Investment Advisors Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali, along with Wealth Advisors Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie. Learn more at <a href="https://www.morethanmoneyradio.com">morethanmoney.ca</a>

Bonus Episode: Alberta's Economic Outlook and the Referendum

Preparing for the Move to Continuing Care

Should You Live for Today or Save for Tomorrow

Politics at the Family Table

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Dave Popowich discuss the growing challenges of funding a long retirement, from the gap left by workplace pensions to balancing financial security with enjoying your active years.

Then, Salimah Walji-Shivji, CEO of AgeCare, joins the show to explain how families can prepare for the move to continuing care, including assessments, choosing a facility and navigating the transition.

Next, Faisal and Dave explore whether younger Canadians should prioritize experiences today over saving for retirement, and how to strike a balance between the two.

With Alberta’s October 19 referendum approaching, they also discuss how families can navigate political disagreements and why important conversations about estate planning shouldn't wait.

On this week&rsquo;s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Dave Popowich discuss the growing challenges of funding a long retirement, from the gap left by workplace pensions to balancing financial security with enjoying your active years.
Then, Salimah Walji-Shivji, CEO of AgeCare, joins the show to explain how families can prepare for the move to continuing care, including assessments, choosing a facility and navigating the transition.
Next, Faisal and Dave explore whether younger Canadians should prioritize experiences today over saving for retirement, and how to strike a balance between the two.
With Alberta&rsquo;s October 19 referendum approaching, they also discuss how families can navigate political disagreements and why important conversations about estate planning shouldn't wait.

Will the Referendum Affect Your Retirement?

Is AI Changing the Way We Age?

Who Is Coordinating Dementia Care?

Retirees & the Referendum

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Dave Popowich look at what Rob Carrick learned during his first year of retirement, including spending more than expected and the growing importance of health. Are we too focused on reaching a retirement number and not enough on planning for what retirement will actually look like?

Then, tech analyst and journalist Carmi Levy joins the show to explore how AI could help seniors manage their health and stay independent longer, while also making fraud and scams harder to detect.

Next, Dr. Saskia Sivananthan, Founder and CEO of The Brainwell Institute, discusses the challenges families face after a dementia diagnosis, from coordinating medical care to navigating home care and housing.

To close the show, Faisal and Dave discuss Alberta’s upcoming referendum and what potential changes could mean for your retirement plan, including government benefits, taxes and investments.

On this week&rsquo;s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Dave Popowich look at what Rob Carrick learned during his first year of retirement, including spending more than expected and the growing importance of health. Are we too focused on reaching a retirement number and not enough on planning for what retirement will actually look like?
Then, tech analyst and journalist Carmi Levy joins the show to explore how AI could help seniors manage their health and stay independent longer, while also making fraud and scams harder to detect.
Next, Dr. Saskia Sivananthan, Founder and CEO of The Brainwell Institute, discusses the challenges families face after a dementia diagnosis, from coordinating medical care to navigating home care and housing.
To close the show, Faisal and Dave discuss Alberta&rsquo;s upcoming referendum and what potential changes could mean for your retirement plan, including government benefits, taxes and investments.

Retirement Planning in the Shadow of Alberta’s Referendum

Is OAS Fair Between Generations?

How to Plan Retirement as a Couple

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie are joined by Anthony Quinn, President of CARP, to discuss whether older Canadians are being unfairly blamed for the economic pressures facing younger generations and what changes to OAS or health care could mean for the future.

Then, Faisal and Rob discuss what happens when couples retire at different times and how to plan when one person is ready to stop working before the other.

On this week&rsquo;s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie are joined by Anthony Quinn, President of CARP, to discuss whether older Canadians are being unfairly blamed for the economic pressures facing younger generations and what changes to OAS or health care could mean for the future.
Then, Faisal and Rob discuss what happens when couples retire at different times and how to plan when one person is ready to stop working before the other.

Bonus Episode: Alberta's Economic Outlook and the Referendum

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