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Why 49% of Canadians Already Gave Up on Wealth

September 2, 2026

Half of Canadians already quit — before they started. 1. RBC’s Winter 2026 poll found 49% of Canadians believe they won’t achieve financial success no matter what they do — but that mindset, not the market, is the real threat to your retirement. → 49% 2. Your TFSA has up to $109,000 in lifetime contribution room in 2026 — leaving it in a near-zero chequing account while inflation runs at roughly 2.8% is the silent wealth killer most Canadians ignore. → $109,000 3. If your mortgage renews soon, brace yourself — homeowners who locked in at 1.79% in 2020 are now renewing at 4.5% or higher, sometimes adding $800–$1,200 to their monthly payment. → $800–$1,200 4. A certified financial planner costs $1,500–$4,000 for a full plan, or you can hire a fee-only advisor at $150–$350 per hour — either beats doing nothing while paralysis compounds quietly. → $150–$350/hr Full 2026 guide linked in bio 🌐 getwealthy.blog #canadafinance #personalfinance #canadianmoneytalk #moneytips #canada

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CFPCIM17+ yrs · Big Five Bank · Vancouver, BC

Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) with over 17 years of experience in Canadian personal finance. Spent 10+ years at one of Canada's Big Five banks, the last 7 focused exclusively on high-net-worth clients. Every guide is written with the same depth I bring to real client work — Canada-specific, CRA-verified, and always free.

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