When you retire, you stop getting a paycheck—but decisions don’t stop. If you're not properly guided, you might make big mistakes without realizing it. We dig into the 7 most common retirement pitfalls, from claiming benefits too early to not spending enough of your savings. This one is packed with financial wisdom, real-life examples, and tough love. "You plan for 30 years. If you’re wrong, you're going to run out of money—or miss out on life." You'll Learn Claiming CPP/OAS too …
3 Income-Focused Products for Retirees [Podcast]
Welcome to the world of income-focused products for retirees! Once we retire, living off our investments becomes essential. Many people rely on income products to achieve their financial goals. Today, we'll review three types of products across low, medium, and high complexity. Get ready for honest opinions, surprising facts, and tips to avoid costly mistakes! You'll Learn Complexity Levels in Retirement ProductsThe world of retirement investing is massive. Some products are simple and easy …
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The Ultimate Retirement Framework for All Ages [Podcast]
We dive into what really matters behind your investments: retirement. We’re giving you a clear, practical framework for navigating every stage of the journey. Whether you’re 10+ years away, 5 years out, recently retired, or well into your later years, this episode covers mindset shifts, planning tips, investment strategy, and lifestyle considerations for each phase. You'll Learn 10+ Years Before Retirement: Laying the Groundwork At this stage, you aim to build good habits and get your …
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The Elephant in the Room–March Dividend Income Report
In 2016, I made a life-changing decision: I took a sabbatical, put my family in a small RV, and drove to Costa Rica. Upon my return in 2017, I officially quit my job as a private banker at National Bank and started working full-time on my baby: Dividend Stocks Rock. I also decided to manage my pension account held at the National Bank. I’ve built this portfolio publicly since 2017 to make a real-life case study. I decided to invest 100% of this money in dividend growth stocks. In August 2017, …
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Reaching FIWOOT with Dividends – Mark from My Own Advisor [Podcast]
We’re joined by Mark from My Own Advisor, who has been investing since his twenties and is now preparing for semi-retirement through a lifestyle he calls FIWOOT: Financial Independence, Work On Own Terms. We discuss saving, investing, building a flexible life, and how a hybrid investing strategy can provide both income and growth. Get ready for inspiration, strategy, and practical advice! You'll Learn The Power of Paying Yourself First Mark's journey began with The Wealthy Barber, a …
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Quarterly Reviews for Dividend Investors: Your Key to Portfolio Peace of Mind
Let’s face it—most dividend investors don’t wake up excited to dig into earnings reports. It’s not exactly sipping-coffee-on-the-deck kind of fun. But reviewing your holdings quarterly? That’s not busywork—it’s your best defense against dividend surprises, sleepless nights, and “why didn’t I sell this earlier?” regrets. At Dividend Stocks Rock (DSR), we don’t believe in watching the market daily. That’s a surefire path to analysis paralysis (and probably some unnecessary trades). But checking …
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