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EPISODE · Feb 3, 2026 · 24 MIN

The 7 Step Blueprint for Tax Wise Retirement Income (EP 72)

from Retiring Canada · host Michael Isbister, CFP®

Learn more about the Fundamental Retirement Plan: https://www.fundamentalwealth.ca/get-startedRetirement income planning is far more complex than simply withdrawing money from investment accounts. Every decision involving taxes, pensions, investments, spending, and estate planning can create ripple effects throughout your retirement.In this episode of Retiring Canada, we walk through a seven step blueprint for building a tax wise retirement income plan designed to create sustainable income for life.You will learn how decumulation strategies work, why CPP and OAS timing decisions should never be made in isolation, and how tax efficient withdrawal planning can help reduce lifetime taxes while improving retirement flexibility. We also discuss fixed income and cash wedge strategies, the importance of access to liquidity through retirement, and the significant financial impact that can occur when one spouse passes away.We also explore the softer side of retirement planning, including the importance of adaptability, ongoing planning reviews, spousal communication, and why successful retirement planning is just as much an art as it is a science.This episode is for Canadian retirees and pre-retirees who want to better understand how to build a coordinated retirement income plan that can adapt to changing life circumstances 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📘 📝Beyond the Status Quo: A Critical Assessment of Lifecycle Investment Advice 📜Client Service Standards

Learn more about the Fundamental Retirement Plan: https://www.fundamentalwealth.ca/get-startedRetirement income planning is far more complex than simply withdrawing money from investment accounts. Every decision involving taxes, pensions, investments, spending, and estate planning can create ripple effects throughout your retirement.In this episode of Retiring Canada, we walk through a seven step blueprint for building a tax wise retirement income plan designed to create sustainable income for life.You will learn how decumulation strategies work, why CPP and OAS timing decisions should never be made in isolation, and how tax efficient withdrawal planning can help reduce lifetime taxes while improving retirement flexibility. We also discuss fixed income and cash wedge strategies, the importance of access to liquidity through retirement, and the significant financial impact that can occur when one spouse passes away.We also explore the softer side of retirement planning, including the importance of adaptability, ongoing planning reviews, spousal communication, and why successful retirement planning is just as much an art as it is a science.This episode is for Canadian retirees and pre-retirees who want to better understand how to build a coordinated retirement income plan that can adapt to changing life circumstances 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📘 📝Beyond the Status Quo: A Critical Assessment of Lifecycle Investment Advice 📜Client Service Standards

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