Leslie Hansen

Leslie Hansen is a 67-year-old self-employed bookkeeper and small business financial manager from Ancaster, Ontario. Recently, she and her husband made the decision to retire earlier than planned at the age of 62 due to changes in their employment circumstances. They downsized to a smaller home within a senior's community, where they have successfully paid off their mortgage, although they now face rising condo fees. Leslie's experience highlights the financial and lifestyle adjustments many Canadians are navigating as they approach retirement with mortgage debt.