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Wealthsimple Unveils $280K RRSP Loan for Newcomers

10/23/2025

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Wealthsimple, a Canadian fintech firm, will launch an RRSP loan product as part of its "retirement accelerator" initiative, expected in early 2026.
The loan lets borrowers use existing investments instead of credit history, aiding newcomers without Canadian credit scores.
The loan can reach $280,000 with flexible repayment options, and Wealthsimple has surpassed $100 billion in assets under administration while aiming to expand services to fill gaps left by traditional institutions.

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Wealthsimple, a Canadian fintech firm, will launch an RRSP loan product as part of its "retirement accelerator" initiative, expected in early 2026.
The loan lets borrowers use existing investments instead of credit history, aiding newcomers without Canadian credit scores.
The loan can reach $280,000 with flexible repayment options, and Wealthsimple has surpassed $100 billion in assets under administration while aiming to expand services to fill gaps left by traditional institutions.