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Don’t let the headlines guide your money decisions:

• Every story has two sides
• Headlines are designed to trigger emotions—and bad choices
• Do “good” or “bad” numbers on the TSX really matter to your portfolio?

Peter breaks it down on this week’s CTV Morning Live so you don’t get fooled by the noise. Tune in!

This week on CTV Morning Live, Peter breaks down the key differences between mortgage life insurance and traditional life insurance—covering costs, cancellation policies, eligibility and more.

Tune in for the full breakdown and make sure you’re covered in the way that works best for you.

This week on CTV Morning Live Vancouver, Peter explains what really happens to your RESP if the Subscriber dies – and clears up a common misconception.

Most people think a RESP disappears from their estate because it’s a “trust”—but that’s not quite true. It’s actually a contract between you (the Subscriber) and your bank or financial institution (the Promoter).

So, what does this mean for your RESP and your loved ones after you’re gone?

Peter breaks down how you can:

• Name a successor Subscriber
• What they need to do to take over, and
• Whether your personal representative can step in.

Don’t miss this episode – it’s all about protecting your RESP and planning ahead for your kids’ future.

On this week’s CTV Morning Live, Peter breaks down troubling stats from a recent CIRO survey:

• 1 in 4 bank reps admit to recommending products not in clients’ best interests
• 40% say scorecards influence what they recommend
• 33% say clients are given incorrect product info
• 25% couldn’t explain what an MER (Management Expense Ratio) is

Regulators point to sales targets and incentives as key issues. It’s time to stop buying products—and start buying a plan. Tune in and get informed.

A recent report says you do, but is it true? Tune into Peter this week on CTV Morning Live as he breaks down fear vs fact.

Take this real couple:

• Retired at 65 and 63
• $610,000 in investments
• Total monthly income: $8,050
• Only need $5,000/month to live well

They have more than enough, and they’re not touching their principal. Don’t buy into the hype pushed by banks and mutual fund sales reps. Make smarter, clearer financial decisions.

Want to impress your friends with your investment knowledge and financial savvy?

This week on CTV Morning Live, Peter breaks down the key differences between market volatility and real estate volatility, including:

• What’s the difference between your daily portfolio value and your RRSP value?
• When should the value of either become a concern?
• If your house is part of your retirement plan, how should you value it?

Tune in to learn how to make the most of your money.

Peter joins CTV Morning Live this week to break down the pros and cons of big versus small portfolio management firms. He’ll explain why boutique firms often have access to “low-hanging fruit” investments the big players might overlook. Learn what questions to ask, how to find the right financial guidance and get practical tips to keep your money working for you. Tune in!

Peter Cishecki is sharing his expertise this week on CTV Morning Live (Vancouver). The topic? RRSP carry forward.

Here’s the key takeaway: Don’t use all your RRSP deductions if it pushes you into too low a tax bracket. Sometimes, it’s smarter to re-file and repay a portion of your refund.

Below is a real example to help explain:

• I overcontributed to my RRSP before filing, just to be safe. After tax season, and a review of my projected 2025 income, my accountant re-filed my 2024 return. She had applied too many RRSP deductions, which dropped me into a lower tax bracket than ideal.
• Re-filing let me repay part of the refund and carry forward some of those deductions to 2025, when they’ll save me more in taxes.

Bonus: I won’t need to save as much this time around. Here’s the truth: the real money you make on RRSPs isn’t just about your rate of return—it’s about tax strategy.

Make the most of your contributions. Tune in for the insights you need.

Just because you’re approved doesn’t mean it’s the right move. This week on CTV Morning Live Vancouver, Peter breaks down:

• How mortgage approvals really work
• How your car loan impacts future approvals
• What to consider before saying yes to any loan

Get the answers you need—don’t miss it!

Don’t get hooked by flashy mortgage promises. Be cautious of rates being advertised as low as 1.99%. Here are some key things to watch out for:

• This could be a classic bait-and-switch tactic
• What happens to your approval when the rate changes?
• What’s the penalty if you decide not to move forward with them?

Peter breaks it all down in this week’s session on CTV Morning Live. Tune in so you don’t get caught off guard.

It’s being sold as “no GST on homes up to $1.5M” but what does that really mean?

• How much do you save on a $1M home?
• What happens if you spend $1.5M?

Peter breaks it all down on CTV Morning Live this week. Don’t miss it—get the real story behind the headline.

Balance matters, especially in retirement. Many people near retirement have paid-off homes but little in savings. Downsizing sounds smart, but a volatile real estate market and rising rent prices can make it risky. This week on CTV Morning Live, Peter explores a smarter approach:

• Keep a low-cost mortgage into retirement
• Build your cash reserves for security and freedom
• Focus on balance, not just ownership

Get the insights you’re looking for when planning for your retirement.

Mortgage fraud, title fraud, and identity theft are on the rise, but who’s really at risk, and how can you protect yourself? Peter joined CTV Morning Live to explain:

• Who’s most vulnerable
• Who’s behind the scams
• How to stay protected

Don’t miss this essential conversation on safeguarding your future.

Ignoring estate planning won’t make it go away. This week on CTV Morning Live, Peter breaks down why it’s time to lift your head out of the sand and tackle the essentials:

• RRIF and taxes
• Rental property management
• Your will, power of attorney and representation agreement
• Advanced medical directive
• Beneficiaries—do you have the right ones in place?

A well-prepared estate means peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Tune in to find out what you need to know!

This week on CTV Morning Live, Peter breaks down whether you should keep your rental property or sell and invest the equity. Essentially, the goal is to compare rental income versus your investment potential. Whichever number is bigger—that’s your answer.

Tune in for Peter’s simple formula to make your property work for you!