A tattoo in many cultures can denote prestige, honor or family ties. In the western world however, there are negative connotations associated with tattooed guys. Even after most stereotypes have been discarded over the past decades, tattoos still hold certain associations for society in general. If you’re thinking of getting yourself inked, then think twice before getting under the gun.

First of all, some things never change, especially around the office. While the atmosphere around the corporate office has gotten more relaxed, there are still some things most people won’t accept. Dress codes have changed, but showing off a tattoo is akin to wearing shorts or sandals. Office executives are still mainly composed of baby boomers who hold their office traditions as sacred.

Even outside the office, society still appends bad images to tattoos. You might be nicest guy on the planet, but if you have a tattoo, you’re almost immediately associated with delinquents and criminals. It doesn’t help that most delinquents and criminals have tattoos, so this image won’t go away anytime soon.

If you still feel strongly about getting some ink, then consider getting it in a place where it won’t usually be seen by others. You can dress like a corporate executive during the day, and reveal your awesome tattoos at night.

Retirement is that phase of life when you should be able to enjoy your time without any worries. This is only possible when you are financially secure and stable. In Canada, retired people have income from different sources. Let us look at some of them.

Canada Pension Plan (CPP) – The value of CPP that you receive from government depends on your employment history. The maximum for age of 65 years is monthly $934. 17. However, it is better not to consider the maximum value for your financial planning. Old Age Security (OAS) – The amount of OAS payment from government depends on the number of years that you have stayed in Canada within a particular age range. The maximum amount is monthly $517. Pension Plans- You get a handsome amount as pension if you work in the same company for many years. Unfortunately, the number of companies offering pensions is reducing. Registered Retirement Savings Plans(RRSP) – This plan is extremely flexible and it is expected to be a great source of income in future. Explore this plan to suit your needs. Non- RRSP Investments- These include your other investments such as stocks and bonds. Income From Work- Yes, retirement today does not necessarily mean that you are supposed to literally stop working. If you enjoy working even after retirement, then go for it. Add up the amount that you can receive from CPP, OAS and your company’s pension plan. Now calculate the amount of money that you should earn from other sources to retire confidently. Plan your finances to attain that target amount.