We asked Canadians 50+ about their experiences planning for and living in retirement.

Look out for these signs, research any potential investment that you’re offered and check registration status before you invest.

Understand the different ways your advisor could be compensated by working with you.

Everyone has a role to play in identifying and preventing financial elder abuse. The following are signs to watch for, that it could be happening to an older person you know.

Learn about common investment scams and how to protect yourself.

Before you participate in equity crowdfunding, know and understand the risks associated with this kind of investment.

When you invest, you’re exposed to different types of risk. Learn more about some of these risks and how they can affect your investment returns.

A quick look at how annuities can generate a steady income in retirement.

Bonds are “fixed-income” investments. Generally, they carry less risk than stocks.

Protect against fraud by checking the registration of your investment advisor or firm.

Transparency underlies good investor-advisor relationships. New statements will help.

Investing online may appear simple, but you should take steps to secure your financial information.