It’s Never Too Late to Start Saving!

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Better to Start Now Than Not at All

Most industry experts will tell you the earlier you start saving, the better. While that adage still holds true, it’s also good to remember one of our favourites – better late than never!

It doesn’t matter how old you are, by getting started now, you may accumulate more than you think whether your goal is to fund a family vacation, your child’s education or your retirement.

Here are some strategies to consider when getting started:

1. Set up a pre-authorized purchase plan. 

A pre-authorized contribution (PAC) plan is an automatic deduction from your account each week, month or other frequency. You can start to accumulate assets and let those assets grow until you need them.

If you have less time for these assets to accumulate, you may need to save a bit more on a regular basis to help meet your financial goals.

 

Source: AGF Investments Inc. The table above is for illustrative purposes only. All of the rates and values referenced above are hypothetical and do not reflect actual investment or past performance, nor do they guarantee future performance. Based on hypothetical returns of 3%, 5%, and 7% and monthly PAC contributions every year over the period. Every other year shown for illustrative purposes only.

2. Choose the right investment types. 

This one is a bit trickier and should be discussed with your financial advisor before you make any decisions.


3. Choose the right account types. 

Depending on when you’re getting started, and based on tax and other considerations, your advisor may recommend you set up a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP), tax-free savings account (TFSA) or a non-registered savings/investment account.

The type(s) of account(s) you choose will impact when and how you can access your savings and will have certain other restrictions and tax implications that you should consider.

Your advisor can provide the guidance you need. In the meantime, you can learn more by reading Understanding Different Types of Investment Accounts.


For more information on getting started on saving, contact your financial advisor.

If you want to know how to find the right advisor for you, visit Working With a Financial Advisor.


 

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February 3, 2022