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I just want to make sure I’m understanding this… an IRA is pretty much the same as an RRSP, correct?
Yes. A Canadian Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is equivalent to a traditional Individual Retirement Account (IRA). They offer the same financial path and tax advantages in savings for retirement.
Comparison and how to convert a Canadian RRSP to a Traditional IRA