Spousal RRSP Explained: How It Works and the Tax Benefits (Pros and Cons)

Many couples who have a significant difference in their income levels typically seek out strategies to help bridge the gap and save on taxes.

The Spousal RRSP plan is a flexible savings option that allows one spouse to share retirement income with the other spouse and offers some additional tax savings for the higher-income earner.

In this video, I'll discuss:

Who can contribute to a Spousal RRSP?
How do you withdraw money from a Spousal RRSP?
When is the best time to use a Spousal RRSP?
Why the Spousal RRSP may not be the best choice for everyone
Is a Spousal RRSP a good idea?

And much more.

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Regan Schiller holds his Certified Financial Planner designation, Registered Retirement Consultant and Certified Life Underwriter designations.

These videos were produced while I was an Executive Financial Consultant with IG Private Wealth Management. As of September 27, 2024, my affiliation changed to Wellington-Altus Private Wealth where I have taken the role of Wealth Advisor.

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