Jim Yih

Apr 12, 2024 | retirehappy.ca | Tom Drake |Doug Runchey |Jim Yih |Colin Graves

Most people know they need to appoint an executor when making a will, but they may not realize that all executors are entitled to compensation from the estate assets, provided they fulfill their responsibilities. So, what is a reasonable allowance for your executor, and how do you ensure they receive proper compensation from your estate? After all, you will be gone. In this article, I’ll explain how executor compensation works and how much executors can expect to be paid.

Mar 3, 2024 | retirehappy.ca | Tom Drake |Doug Runchey |Jim Yih |Colin Graves

Navigating through airports can be a stressful experience, but a comfortable and relaxing airport lounge can make all the difference. One of the easiest and most affordable ways to access an airport lounge is with a credit card that offers complimentary airport lounge passes. But which travel credit cards in Canada include airport lounge passes, and which lounge networks are included? In this article, I’ll cover seven of the top airport lounge access credit cards in Canada.

Nov 30, 2023 | retirehappy.ca | Tom Drake |Doug Runchey |Jim Yih |Colin Graves

When planning for retirement, Canadians often turn to registered retirement savings plans (RRSP) as a tax-advantaged option to grow their money. After all, RRSPs are designed to help you accumulate retirement wealth. However, as you near retirement, knowing when and how to convert your RRSP into income using a Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) can ensure a steady income stream throughout your golden years.

Nov 28, 2023 | retirehappy.ca | Tom Drake |Doug Runchey |Jim Yih |Colin Graves

If you’re in search of a platform to trade stocks and ETFs online, pricing is likely a top consideration. In Canada, there are a few low-priced online brokers to choose from, such as Wealthsimple Trade and Questrade. Surprisingly, one of the lowest-price offerings is from a big bank broker – CIBC Investor’s Edge. But how does Investor’s Edge compare to other top brokers, and is it worth signing up for? In this CIBC Investor’s Edge review, we’ll cover the key features, pricing, and pros and cons.

Nov 23, 2023 | retirehappy.ca | Colin Graves |Doug Runchey |Jim Yih |Tom Drake

Online investing platforms have lowered the costs for Canadians who want to manage their own investments. Whether it’s a robo-advisor platform or an online brokerage, you can now trade thousands of stocks and ETFs from your desktop computer or mobile device for little to no cost. But with so many investment platforms to choose from, how do you know which one is right for you? This TD Direct Investing review looks closely at one of Canada’s leading self-directed trading platforms.