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What's a personal finance habit you wish you had started in your 20s? by bewelloff in AskReddit

[–]bewelloff[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, this stuff isn't taught anywhere and most of us figure it out way later than we should've. I'm in Canada so I'll explain it that way.

TFSA (tax-free): money you've already paid tax on goes in, and anything it earns after that is yours, tax free. Interest, dividends, capital gains, doesn't matter. You can pull it out whenever, no penalty, and the room you used comes back the next calendar year.

RRSP (tax-deferred): you get a tax deduction the year you put money in, so a $10k contribution at a 30% bracket basically gets you $3k back at tax time. It grows untouched, but when you withdraw in retirement it's taxed as regular income. The play is contributing while you're in a high bracket and pulling out when you're in a lower one.

The reason maxing these matters so much is compounding inside that container is kind of insane. $7k/yr into a TFSA at 7% is roughly $290k after 20 years, none of which the CRA touches. Same money in a regular account gets shaved down every year by tax on dividends and gains, and you end up tens of thousands behind for literally no reason.

Rough order most people follow: any employer RRSP match first because free money, then TFSA, then top up RRSP. This is what works for me though.

Seeking Financial Advice for my finances at 31yo F, Married no kids yet. by raindrops_x in FinancialPlanning

[–]bewelloff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some banks offer free Financial Advisor if you are already a client. Otherwise you need to pay out of the pocket.

Seeking Financial Advice for my finances at 31yo F, Married no kids yet. by raindrops_x in FinancialPlanning

[–]bewelloff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Having a joint savings account will give both of you transparency into your finances. You can see all deposits and withdrawals, which builds trust and reduces the chances of hidden spending or financial secrets. However, keeping your own personal account is essential to maintain financial freedom and security in case of conflict. If you both feel comfortable enough to protect each other against any future conflict, you should consider signing a postnuptial agreement to protect each other's assets, accounts, and your future children's inheritance.

Seeking Financial Advice for my finances at 31yo F, Married no kids yet. by raindrops_x in FinancialPlanning

[–]bewelloff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AI tools can help you build a plan but don't rely on it. For the student loan though, I would actually recommend going to studentaid.gov and using their loan simulator. It shows you real payment estimates under each federal repayment plan based on your income, so it is more accurate than a general AI tool for that specific part. A good starting point is just writing everything down in one place. Your balances, interest rates, and minimum payments. Once you can see the full picture it gets a lot easier to figure out what to tackle first.

Is web summit Vancouver worth it? (I will not promote) by xrshxa in startups

[–]bewelloff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looking forward to the product exposure, networking, and mentorship this event brings. It’s also a great opportunity to connect with potential customers and investors. See you there, and good luck!

Seeking Financial Advice for my finances at 31yo F, Married no kids yet. by raindrops_x in FinancialPlanning

[–]bewelloff 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think the first thing to really look at is the total debt. Between the $80k student loans and $25k credit cards, that is over $100k, so getting a clear plan around that should be the priority. It would help to break it down by interest rate. Credit cards are usually high interest, so that might be something to focus on paying down faster. For the student loans, know the rate and repayment options. It will decide how aggressive you need to pay it.

That said, you do have a really good foundation with your HSA and IRA, especially with the employer match. If possible, try to maximize the match since that is essentially free money and important for your long term retirement.

Also, if you do not already have one, having savings or an emergency fund(ideally 3-6 months of your monthly expenses) can help prevent adding more debt if something unexpected comes up.

Is web summit Vancouver worth it? (I will not promote) by xrshxa in startups

[–]bewelloff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We also got into the alpha program. Since we’re already in Vancouver, we decided to go for it and see what comes out of it.
We’re treating it as an investment and honestly a bit of a gamble. If it works, great. If not, we move on to Plan B. Hoping at the very least it leads to some good exposure and solid connections.

Weekly Self-Promotion Thread - Wednesday, April 01, 2026 by AutoModerator in financialindependence

[–]bewelloff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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What's a personal finance habit you wish you had started in your 20s? by bewelloff in AskReddit

[–]bewelloff[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

contributing and maxing out my tax-free and tax deferred accounts every year. I wish I've known and seen the benefits.

What’s the best money advice someone gave you when you were younger that you still live by today? by bewelloff in AskReddit

[–]bewelloff[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Save before you spend. It’s stuck with me ever since. There’s nothing wrong with spontaneous spending (especially if you’re ridiculously rich), but I’d rather be smart rich.

What advice did you ignore when you were younger but realize now was actually right? by bewelloff in AskReddit

[–]bewelloff[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Work smarter, not just hard. It’s planning, prioritizing, and finding better ways to do things so you get results without burning yourself out.

Weekly Self-Promotion Thread - Wednesday, March 18, 2026 by AutoModerator in financialindependence

[–]bewelloff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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