RRSP & TFSA Maxed Out? Next Step Strategies For High Income Earners

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Jan 17, 2025

A high-income case study explores what to do after RRSPs and TFSAs are maxed out. They discuss shifting to stable fixed-income alternatives and blending conservative leverage with optimized allocation. The conversation covers using permanent life insurance for tax and estate planning and creative strategies like the Smith Maneuver to unlock home equity.

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Client Case: High Earner With Maxed Tax Buckets

A 43-year-old sole earner with $300,000 T4 income has $5.5M in assets and a nearly paid-off $1.1M home, aiming to retire by 48 in 2029.
Kyle Pearce uses this real client example to frame tax, estate, and allocation choices for high-income earners with maxed RRSP/TFSA/RESPs.

INSIGHT

Hidden Estate Tax Risk From Nonregistered Gains

Large unregistered gains (about $1.9M) and RRSP/DC pension tax exposure create an estate tax problem that will worsen as assets grow.
Kyle highlights that capital gains and registered plan tax liabilities must shape long-term planning, not be ignored.

ADVICE

Use The Smith Maneuver To Create Tax Deductible Debt

Consider the Smith Maneuver to convert home equity into tax-deductible investment debt to grow an investment portfolio.
Kyle suggests borrowing against the $1.1M home (currently $50k mortgage) and investing proceeds into equities rather than paying mortgage fully off.

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Are you wondering what comes next after maxing out all your tax-efficient investment accounts?

If you’re a high-income earner who’s already filled up your RRSP, TFSA, and other savings vehicles, you may be stuck figuring out the next strategic move to secure both your retirement and your legacy. The question of how to balance optimal returns and future tax liabilities can be overwhelming—especially if you’re aiming for early retirement.

In this episode, you’ll discover a real-world example of an individual facing this exact situation, so you can learn a practical approach to reducing tax burdens, maintaining strong returns, and creating long-term stability for your loved ones. Even if you’re comfortable with traditional investing, there are advanced strategies beyond your standard accounts that might be the missing piece in your wealth-building puzzle.

Learn how to strategically integrate permanent insurance into your portfolio for enhanced tax and estate planning.
Discover the benefits of transitioning part of your portfolio into a more stable, growth-oriented “fixed income” alternative.
Uncover the advantages of blending conservative leverage and optimized asset allocation, so you can keep your wealth working at peak efficiency.

Start listening now and get the step-by-step framework you need to optimize your investments and protect your family’s financial future!

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…taking a salary with a goal of stuffing RRSPs;
…investing inside your corporation without a passive income tax minimization strategy;
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