David Aston

Where this writer stands

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Recent work

• How can I make sure I'm ready when the markets turn?Opinion · Toronto Star · May 11, 2026
• How do I plan for retirement if I have a defined benefit pension?Opinion · Toronto Star · Apr 13, 2026
• How to best save for retirement during tax season?Opinion · Toronto Star · Feb 2, 2026
• Best-selling personal finance book The Wealthy Barber is back, and updated to help Millennials and Gen Z's save — and buy a homeOpinion · Toronto Star · Nov 16, 2025
• David Aston: Worried you’ll run out of money in retirement? Consider the 4% solution. Here’s how it worksOpinion · Toronto Star · Sep 22, 2025
• David Aston: Your Canadian public pension plan investments are not so Canadian. How Carney’s vision may change all thatOpinion · Toronto Star · Jun 30, 2025
• David Aston: Should the ‘Buy Canadian’ movement apply to your investments?Opinion · Toronto Star · May 5, 2025
• David Aston: Trump tariffs have thrown world markets into chaos. Here’s what investors should doOpinion · Toronto Star · Mar 31, 2025
• David Aston: How to prioritize savings this RRSP season as Donald Trump tariff threats loomOpinion · Toronto Star · Jan 27, 2025
• David Aston: Even financial superstars need a coach. Here’s how to choose your adviserOpinion · Toronto Star · Apr 8, 2024