Christy Bieber
Christy Bieber
Freelance WriterChristy Bieber a freelance contributor to Moneywise, who has been writing professionally since 2008. She writes about everything related to money management and has been published by NY Post, Fox Business, USA Today, Forbes Advisor, Credible, Credit Karma, and more.
Christy Bieber a freelance contributor to Moneywise, who has been writing professionally since 2008. She writes about everything related to money management and has been published by NY Post, Fox Business, USA Today, Forbes Advisor, Credible, Credit Karma, and more. She has a JD from UCLA School of Law and a BA in English Media and Communications from the University of Rochester.
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Managing Money • 3201 views
Renting beats owning a home for many Canadians nearing retirement. Here’s why
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Managing Money • 3201 views
Renting beats owning a home for many Canadians nearing retirement. Here’s why
A couple 2 years from retirement is under pressure to buy a home after years of renting — financial planners say the math often favours staying a renter
Managing Money • 3201 views
Renting beats owning a home for many Canadians nearing retirement. Here’s why
A couple 2 years from retirement is under pressure to buy a home after years of renting — financial planners say the math often favours staying a renter
Managing Money • Jul 21
My dad convinced grandma to change her will and cut me out of a $400,000 inheritance — do I have options?
A family dispute over a grandmother’s will raises a bigger question for Canadians: What are your options when you suspect someone pressured a loved one into changing their estate plans?
Managing Money • Jul 21
My dad convinced grandma to change her will and cut me out of a $400,000 inheritance — do I have options?
A family dispute over a grandmother’s will raises a bigger question for Canadians: What are your options when you suspect someone pressured a loved one into changing their estate plans?
Managing Money • Jul 16
I’m 50 with more than $40K in debt and want to retire next year. Should I max out my RRSP before paying back what I owe?
Before maxing out an RRSP, Canadians nearing retirement with debt need to understand withholding tax, CPP timing and the real cost of carrying a credit card balance
Managing Money • Jul 16
I’m 50 with more than $40K in debt and want to retire next year. Should I max out my RRSP before paying back what I owe?
Before maxing out an RRSP, Canadians nearing retirement with debt need to understand withholding tax, CPP timing and the real cost of carrying a credit card balance
Managing Money • Jul 15
My relative died broke with an underwater mortgage and thousands in credit card debt — will I inherit it?
Being named as the sole heir to someone who owes more than they own can feel like being trapped in a financial sinkhole. Here’s what Canadian law actually says about inheriting debt, and how to protect yourself as executor
Managing Money • Jul 15
My relative died broke with an underwater mortgage and thousands in credit card debt — will I inherit it?
Being named as the sole heir to someone who owes more than they own can feel like being trapped in a financial sinkhole. Here’s what Canadian law actually says about inheriting debt, and how to protect yourself as executor
Managing Money • 1211 views
Can you retire at 62 with $500,000 saved? How CPP, OAS and RRSP rules change the math for Canadians
Here's how CPP timing, OAS eligibility and RRSP limits change the math for anyone hoping to retire in their early 60s
Managing Money • 1211 views
Can you retire at 62 with $500,000 saved? How CPP, OAS and RRSP rules change the math for Canadians
Here's how CPP timing, OAS eligibility and RRSP limits change the math for anyone hoping to retire in their early 60s
Insurance • Jul 05
Long-term care expenses can drain your RRSP fast. Here’s how Canadians can protect themselves at age 60
Canada’s public health system doesn’t fully cover long-term care — and 74% of Canadians have no plan. Here’s what to do before you retire and while premiums are still manageable
Insurance • Jul 05
Long-term care expenses can drain your RRSP fast. Here’s how Canadians can protect themselves at age 60
Canada’s public health system doesn’t fully cover long-term care — and 74% of Canadians have no plan. Here’s what to do before you retire and while premiums are still manageable
Managing Money • Jun 29
Our spreadsheet says we’re ready to retire at 60 — but are we? What every Canadian needs to consider first
Retiring early sounds simple when the numbers line up. But for Canadians, the real test is surviving the gap years before CPP, OAS and government benefits begin
Managing Money • Jun 29
Our spreadsheet says we’re ready to retire at 60 — but are we? What every Canadian needs to consider first
Retiring early sounds simple when the numbers line up. But for Canadians, the real test is surviving the gap years before CPP, OAS and government benefits begin
Managing Money • May 14
Disney adults are draining their retirement savings and going deep into debt to create magical memories
Some Disney fans are borrowing $70,000+ to visit. Here’s how Canadians can avoid the vacation debt trap
Managing Money • May 14
Disney adults are draining their retirement savings and going deep into debt to create magical memories
Some Disney fans are borrowing $70,000+ to visit. Here’s how Canadians can avoid the vacation debt trap
Managing Money • May 12
Dave Ramsey’s warning about paying for an expensive funeral is a wake-up call for Canadians on fixed incomes
When grief comes with a $25,000 price tag, it’s hard to say no. Dave Ramsey says that’s exactly when you need to say no — and Canadians face the same financial trap
Managing Money • May 12
Dave Ramsey’s warning about paying for an expensive funeral is a wake-up call for Canadians on fixed incomes
When grief comes with a $25,000 price tag, it’s hard to say no. Dave Ramsey says that’s exactly when you need to say no — and Canadians face the same financial trap
Managing Money • Feb 27
Is your child’s partner entitled to your wealth? Here is how to use a trust to say no.
Find out if your child's partner can claim your estate and how a trust provides total protection
Managing Money • Feb 27
Is your child’s partner entitled to your wealth? Here is how to use a trust to say no.
Find out if your child's partner can claim your estate and how a trust provides total protection
Loans • Jan 20
My dad’s death revealed $90K in student loans — what happens to the debt and how RESPs can prevent this
What happens if you end up getting surprised with a student loan-sized debt you weren’t expecting?
Loans • Jan 20
My dad’s death revealed $90K in student loans — what happens to the debt and how RESPs can prevent this
What happens if you end up getting surprised with a student loan-sized debt you weren’t expecting?
Managing Money • Jan 14
Sandwich generation stress: Is caring for both our children and elderly parents ruining our retirement plans?
With the economy looking bleak, more and more middle-aged Canadians are facing tough trade-offs.
Managing Money • Jan 14
Sandwich generation stress: Is caring for both our children and elderly parents ruining our retirement plans?
With the economy looking bleak, more and more middle-aged Canadians are facing tough trade-offs.
Managing Money • Jan 13
How to protect and grow a $4 million inheritance so it lasts the rest of your life
Here's how Canadians can protect and grow a windfall
Managing Money • Jan 13
How to protect and grow a $4 million inheritance so it lasts the rest of your life
Here's how Canadians can protect and grow a windfall
Managing Money • Jan 09
A $500 monthly raise doesn’t always go far — here’s how to make extra income actually count
Making the most of a pay bump
Managing Money • Jan 09
A $500 monthly raise doesn’t always go far — here’s how to make extra income actually count
Making the most of a pay bump
Managing Money • Jan 05
Identity fraud at home: What to do when a parent leaves you with $5K of debt and a damaged credit score
A parent stealing the identity of their own child is more than a messy situation.
Managing Money • Jan 05
Identity fraud at home: What to do when a parent leaves you with $5K of debt and a damaged credit score
A parent stealing the identity of their own child is more than a messy situation.
Managing Money • Dec 20
I want my $2.5M estate to go to my son — not his wife. Can I legally ensure the inheritance stays with him?
Awkward family dynamics can complicate things
Managing Money • Dec 20
I want my $2.5M estate to go to my son — not his wife. Can I legally ensure the inheritance stays with him?
Awkward family dynamics can complicate things
Managing Money • Nov 28
Canadian man’s girlfriend offers to pay his $35K debt — here’s why Dave Ramsey says that’s a mistake
Ramsey wasted little time before shooting down this idea.
Managing Money • Nov 28
Canadian man’s girlfriend offers to pay his $35K debt — here’s why Dave Ramsey says that’s a mistake
Ramsey wasted little time before shooting down this idea.
Managing Money • Nov 26
Holiday shoppers are pulling back as money gets tight — here’s how to spend less and boost your savings now
Things are looking a little different this time of year
Managing Money • Nov 26
Holiday shoppers are pulling back as money gets tight — here’s how to spend less and boost your savings now
Things are looking a little different this time of year
Managing Money • Nov 12
Cardiologist earning $650K wants a $250K Porsche — Dave Ramsey explains a smarter way to satisfy that urge
“You deserve it when you can pay for it. Until then, you don’t deserve it"
Managing Money • Nov 12
Cardiologist earning $650K wants a $250K Porsche — Dave Ramsey explains a smarter way to satisfy that urge
“You deserve it when you can pay for it. Until then, you don’t deserve it"
Managing Money • Nov 04
Why so many middle-class Canadians feel one crisis away from collapse — and what you can do to get ahead
Don't let the fear of going broke keep you up at night.
Managing Money • Nov 04
Why so many middle-class Canadians feel one crisis away from collapse — and what you can do to get ahead
Don't let the fear of going broke keep you up at night.
News • Oct 22
Disney+ slaps Canadian customers with a price hike — are streaming platforms losing their lustre?
Despite recent controversies, the streaming service is still raising its price
News • Oct 22
Disney+ slaps Canadian customers with a price hike — are streaming platforms losing their lustre?
Despite recent controversies, the streaming service is still raising its price
Managing Money • Oct 17
Debt-free woman is called “Big Money” by family — here’s why Dave Ramsey explains it’s nothing to laugh at
What to do when money causes friction within your family
Managing Money • Oct 17
Debt-free woman is called “Big Money” by family — here’s why Dave Ramsey explains it’s nothing to laugh at
What to do when money causes friction within your family
Managing Money • Oct 15
My mother passed and left me with a $3.25M inheritance. How do I invest this windfall for the long term?
Putting that money to work, smartly
Managing Money • Oct 15
My mother passed and left me with a $3.25M inheritance. How do I invest this windfall for the long term?
Putting that money to work, smartly
Credit Cards • Oct 09
I have more than 20 credit cards. If I were to cancel a few, would my credit score take a huge hit?
As with most things, proceeding with caution is integral
Credit Cards • Oct 09
I have more than 20 credit cards. If I were to cancel a few, would my credit score take a huge hit?
As with most things, proceeding with caution is integral
Managing Money • Oct 09
My mom is 50 years old and only has $15,000 saved for retirement. How can I get her on the right track?
The sooner she gets started, the more secure she'll be later on
Managing Money • Oct 09
My mom is 50 years old and only has $15,000 saved for retirement. How can I get her on the right track?
The sooner she gets started, the more secure she'll be later on
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