Christine White Money Coach

03/02/2022

Something to start thinking about peeps…isn’t middle age wonderful?! 🤓🙃. Don’t just automatically take the government default, you could be severely missing out…ouch. 😬

You’ve worked long and hard in Canada for years, quite possibly several decades, and now the finish line is in sight. Retirement. That Holy Grail.

Just one minor thing: How are you going to pay for it?

If you’ve worked in Canada as an employee or self-employed person, you’re likely entitled to receive Canada Pension Plan (CPP) retirement benefits as well as Old Age Security (OAS). These government programs form a significant component of Canadians’ post-retirement income, so it makes sense to spend a bit of time understanding how they work and what to consider when deciding when to start taking them.

Click to read - Things to Consider When Deciding When to Take CPP and OAS

https://moneycoachescanada.ca/blog/things-to-consider-when-deciding-when-to-take-cpp-and-oas

02/17/2022

Do RRSPs make sense for you?

By Tom Feigs, CFP® Tis the season—of retirement planning! With the RRSP contribution deadline on March 1st and tax season only a hop, skip and jump away, Canadians are thinking about their long term financial future. Retirement plans are as … Continue reading →

12/23/2021

Happy Holidays! Stay healthy and happy. xo

By Karin Mizgala, Co-Founder and CEO Money Coaches Canada Being grateful has been shown to positively impact our lives. Our ability to experience and express gratitude influences our relationships, our emotional and physical health and even our careers. Yet, we also … Continue reading →

05/07/2020

Great time for some financial spring cleaning! Find some great ideas on where to start here...

By Karin Mizgala, co-founder and CEO Money Coaches Canada Week 7 of the lockdown. Unlike some of my friends and family, I haven’t taken up baking, crafting or the ukulele, but I am following the news more than ever. A … Continue reading →

04/24/2020

No need to navigate these crazy times alone...🙏😷💸⚖️💰

If you are experiencing a drop in income related to COVID-19, we’d like to help.

We are offering no charge* 45-minute Zoom meetings that will include a complimentary e-book copy of our book "Unstuck: How to Get Ahead Financially and Start Living the Life You Want". https://bit.ly/3ar2WxW

During this session, we will share practical guidance, actionable tips and resources to help you more effectively manage your cash flow on a reduced income.

*Option to make a donation to Food Banks of Canada

Book a COVID-19 Cash Flow Consult: www.moneycoachescanada.ca/contact-us

04/24/2019

According to a study by the School of Business at the University of Alberta and the University of Winnipeg’s Faculty of Business and Economics, with more sunlight, some people are willing to spend and buy more.

Christine White has a few recommendations about how you can keep spring spending triggers under control.

Christine White has suggestions to help resist the season’s spending temptations, and keep your budget on track

01/11/2019

07/06/2018

Just like a food diet is not sustainable, neither is a cash diet for most; but a great 'debt detox' or 'cash cleanse' can certainly get you started!

“A cash diet is a phenomenal awareness tool,” says Christine White, a money coach with Money Coaches Canada.

08/20/2016

In the Globe and Mail Financial Facelift again today! Always fun helping people get on track with their money and get more of the life they really want!
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/personal-finance/genymoney/cutting-back-on-luxuries-to-get-debt-free-on-a-single-income/article31469240/

Esther, 32, is on solid ground – provided she reins in discretionary spending, takes a gift on offer from her family, and works on reducing her debt

06/09/2016

I love the feedback and testimonials from all my clients, but this is one of my favorites so far about working with me, "it really was the best return on an investment we will ever see because it has changed the way we view and use our money. The process wasn't at all painful, Christine is quite sharp and she'll gracefully call you on your BS" Love it - I always wondered how my talent to "gracefully call others on their BS" would add value to the world someday! Looks like I have found my calling...

03/08/2016

So true. Doesn't mean you have to make 9 meals from one chicken! Just a little planning ahead and conscious spending do wonders...

01/30/2016

I of course would add, Unstuck - How to Get Out of Your Money Rut And Start Living the Life You Want, but this is a great list nonetheless!

These top personal finance books will help you get Money Fit. From investing to starting conversations about money, these reads cover it all.