As a painter, I know the intrinsic value of Canadian art. I am enamored with the Group of Seven who referred to themselves as “adventurers in paint.” Theirs was a post-impressionist style that could accommodate the aesthetic inclinations of Art […]
There is one thing we do not like to see with our clients, Their estate being probated. Unfortunately, common sense or reasonability amongst financial institutions is marred by fear of reprisal if there is an error in the ownership and […]
We are here. Summer has flown by and we are back into the school routine. It’s the most wonderful time of the year! But is it? Being back at school involves its fair share of stress for both parents and […]
You know that on again off again debate about a potential recession heading our way. Economists and money people all have a wide range of opinions regarding this subject. Sure, it’s a common question from our clients and other colleagues. […]
In today’s fast-paced world, credit cards have become an indispensable financial tool, offering convenience and flexibility. However, improper use of credit cards can lead to financial challenges that are difficult to overcome. In this post, we will explore the dangers […]
I know this is everybody’s wish. To some day win a lottery. Of course, we have a greater chance of getting hit by lightening. Well, we can always hope we win. Believe it or not, some people have that factored […]
There’s been a lot of buzz around Registered Retirement Income Funds (RRIF) rules lately which led me to start the discussion about RRIF withdrawals. People in the financial services industry are starting to tout that the current RRIF withdrawal rules […]
We experienced it. Work commitments meant we had to cancel our annual vacation to Quebec City in September. Many people are choosing to forgo large trips. A want rather than a need to travel. While we all need time off […]
With the facility of self-direct trading, and the continued drama of using robo-advisors, a question always arises about whether you should do your own investing. Some disciplined and well-informed individuals actually do a great job managing their investments. But for […]
Are we headed to a perpetual downturn in the world economy? There is no lack of various opinions on whether we are or are not heading for one. There is enough turbulence though that are causing prudent people to think […]