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Carrie Wang

Carrie Wang

Financial Planner
Seven Lakes Financial

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Carrie shares insights from years of experience helping families and business owners across Ontario and Saskatchewan build lasting financial security.

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Each section is written by Carrie to help you understand your options and make confident financial decisions.

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Retirement planning

RRSP strategies, CPP & OAS timing, income projections, and everything you need to retire on your own terms.

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Investment planning

TFSA, RRSP, RESP, non-registered accounts, and Sun Life mutual fund strategies — explained clearly.

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Life & critical illness insurance

Term life, Sun Life Par, critical illness coverage — how to choose the right protection for your family.

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Estate planning

Protecting your legacy, choosing beneficiaries, executor duties, and wealth transfer strategies.

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Business owner solutions

Key person insurance, buy-sell agreements, corporate life insurance, and succession planning.

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Tax tips & strategies

How to reduce your tax burden through smart account use, income splitting, and charitable giving.

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Investing

TFSA, RRSP, RESP or non-registered — which account should you invest in first?

Most Canadians have limited dollars and multiple account options. Here's the priority order that works for most situations.

Retirement

How much do you really need to retire comfortably in Canada?

The "70% rule" is popular — but it isn't right for everyone. A practical guide to calculating your personal target.

Investing

RESP explained: how to maximize the government grant for your child's education

The government gives you $7,200 per child — most families leave money on the table without knowing it.

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