S7 E05: Debt in the Golden Years and Beyond

You’re ready to retire and enter what has been called “the golden years” only to bring an unwelcome guest with you - Debt. This is the sad reality for many entering this stage of life, which is supposed to be about relaxing and freedom after years of hard work. For some, retirement is put on the backburner as they are forced to work longer, lend money to adult children, and get their finances under control.

Hear from Christine Lang, BA(Econ), CPA, CGA, CCS, President and Principal Advisor, LANG Financial Consulting and Wealth Solutions on how debt can impact your retirement and what you can do to move forward so that you can enjoy those golden years.

Additional Resources:

• Financial Advice for All
• Credit Counselling Canada
• CPA Canada Financial Literacy Resources
• Advocis | The Financial Advisors Association of Canada
• Seniors & Debt - A Growing Problem That We Can Help Fix
• Retirement Shift Worksheet - LANG Financial Consulting and Wealth Solutions

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This episode is part of our podcast focusing on helping listeners manage and better understand debt through strategic planning and purposeful action.

This season is proudly brought to you by BDO Debt Solutions, helping you turn the page on debt.

The views expressed by our guests are theirs alone and not necessarily the views of CPA Canada. This is a recorded Podcast. The information presented is current as of the date of recording. New and changing government legislations and programs may have come into effect since the recording date. Please seek additional professional advice or information before acting on any podcast information.