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5 Retirement Planning Mistakes Victoria BC Families Make (And How to Avoid Them)

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Most retirement mistakes don’t come from bad intentions. They come from assumptions. Families assume they’ll “figure it out later,” that their savings will last, or that retirement will somehow cost less than it does. In Victoria, where lifestyle is rich but expenses can be high, these assumptions can quietly erode confidence over time. This is why retirement planning Victoria BC deserves a closer look—especially for families. We regularly meet people who have done many things right, yet still feel uneasy about retirement. Not because they’re reckless, but because a few common mistakes have gone unaddressed. Let’s walk through the five most common retirement planning mistakes Victoria BC families make, and—more importantly—how to avoid them with clarity and confidence. Why Small Retirement Mistakes Matter More Than You Think In your working years, mistakes can be corrected with time and income. In retirement, time works differently. A small planning error can: Increase taxes year afte...