EPISODE · Nov 25, 2025 · 19 MIN
Top 5 Tax Strategies for Wealthy Canadians (EP 67)
from Retiring Canada · host Michael Isbister, CFP®
Learn more about the Fundamental Retirement Plan: https://www.fundamentalwealth.ca/get-startedFor many affluent Canadians, the biggest financial opportunity is not necessarily earning higher returns. It is improving tax efficiency and keeping more of what you have already built.In this episode of Retiring Canada, we break down five powerful tax planning strategies commonly used by wealthy Canadians, incorporated professionals, retirees, and business owners.You will learn how corporations can be used for income splitting and investing retained earnings, why proper TFSA optimization can dramatically impact long term wealth, and how thoughtful RRSP and RRIF drawdown strategies may help reduce lifetime taxes and improve retirement outcomes. We also discuss tax efficient portfolio construction, capital gains versus interest income, charitable giving strategies, trusts, estate planning, and the importance of coordinating investment, tax, and legal planning together.We also explain several commonly overlooked planning opportunities that may help retirees and business owners legally reduce taxes while protecting and growing long term family wealth.This episode is for Canadian retirees, incorporated professionals, business owners, and high income earners who want to better understand how coordinated tax planning can help preserve more of their wealth over time. WANT EVEN MORE RETIREMENT PLANNING TIPS?Join thousands of other Canadians and subscribe to the Retiring Canada Newsletter.https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-newsletterAs a thank you, you'll receive a copy of our latest Retirement Guide AND MORE!EPISODE RESOURCES:📊 Work with Michael: https://fundamentalwealth.ca/get-started💻 Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-newsletter👉 Download Our Latest Retirement Guide: https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-guide✏️ Submit Your Question: https://www.retiringcanada.ca/submit-your-question🌐 Retiring Canada Website: https://www.retiringcanada.ca
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Learn more about the Fundamental Retirement Plan: https://www.fundamentalwealth.ca/get-startedFor many affluent Canadians, the biggest financial opportunity is not necessarily earning higher returns. It is improving tax efficiency and keeping more of what you have already built.In this episode of Retiring Canada, we break down five powerful tax planning strategies commonly used by wealthy Canadians, incorporated professionals, retirees, and business owners.You will learn how corporations can be used for income splitting and investing retained earnings, why proper TFSA optimization can dramatically impact long term wealth, and how thoughtful RRSP and RRIF drawdown strategies may help reduce lifetime taxes and improve retirement outcomes. We also discuss tax efficient portfolio construction, capital gains versus interest income, charitable giving strategies, trusts, estate planning, and the importance of coordinating investment, tax, and legal planning together.We also explain several commonly overlooked planning opportunities that may help retirees and business owners legally reduce taxes while protecting and growing long term family wealth.This episode is for Canadian retirees, incorporated professionals, business owners, and high income earners who want to better understand how coordinated tax planning can help preserve more of their wealth over time. WANT EVEN MORE RETIREMENT PLANNING TIPS?Join thousands of other Canadians and subscribe to the Retiring Canada Newsletter.https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-newsletterAs a thank you, you'll receive a copy of our latest Retirement Guide AND MORE!EPISODE RESOURCES:📊 Work with Michael: https://fundamentalwealth.ca/get-started💻 Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-newsletter👉 Download Our Latest Retirement Guide: https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-guide✏️ Submit Your Question: https://www.retiringcanada.ca/submit-your-question🌐 Retiring Canada Website: https://www.retiringcanada.ca
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