Interest rates have been on the rise for almost 2 years, but are we finally seeing the signalling for a reduction? I speak with an expert in the mortgage world, Tania Labonte, to ask just that. We dive into rates, debt, how to take advantage to put your family in a better situation with the environment we're in right now.
The major pension companies are pushing back on having to invest more in Canada, so why does your mutual fund or broker insist on 30-50% in Canada!?! What kind of returns are you missing out on?
Having lots of money doesn't guarantee a fulfilling retirement. The Wealthy have these two blind spots when it comes to retirement. Here's how to make sure you don't miss these two key pieces!
If you're in a traditional 60/40 balanced portfolio you definitely aren't doing what the "smart money" is doing. The institutions and people that have money are doing this one thing that you can easily do.
Did you know that there are 3 different ways to take money out of an RESP and they all have different tax implications?
RESPs might be the best way to save for your kids or grandkids' education, but there are several things to know before you start investing or withdrawing.
The Bank of Canada held rates and there are signals that we're at or near the top of the raises. Are you positioned to take advantage of the eventual interest rate reductions? The wealthy have made these moves to maximize their earnings!
This week we look to help you create a fulfilling retirement, before turning to helping save for our kids and grandkid’s education costs. Finally, we leave you with some fun back-to-school facts!
Mountain biking has long been a passion of mine, but preparing and racing in the BC Bike race was way out of my comfort zone. As I was flying home after the race, it occurred to me that what it took is very similar to what my clients have to go through as they approach and enjoy retirement.
Here are the lessons the BCBR taught me about preparing for the big event!
Office towers are emptying out at historic rates, plus find out what has happened in the markets (and what we’re expecting going forward).
We left one of the BIG firms - here’s what we found since leaving.
We are visited by our CEO, head Portfolio Manager, and CIO in an in-depth conversation about where Harbourfront has come from and where it’s going.
You didn't get into Yale, but you want to replicate their investment practices which have averaged higher returns than the S&P over the past couple decades - here's how you do it!
This past week has seen failures from Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank, and a bailout for Credit Suisse. In Canada, are we safe? What happens if one of our banks fail - do you lose all your money? Have you checked on that HISA that you put with one of the big six?