In our last post, we took a look at Annuities; in this current climate of low interest rates and unpredictable markets, Annuities have grown in popularity. However, in spite of the benefits offered, Annuities can present a psychological hurdle for … Continue reading →

The RSP contribution deadline often serves as a reminder for many Canadians of the various important financial decisions that they need to consider.  For example, have you taken the time to think about and/or implement your retirement savings plans and goals? … Continue reading →

This blog is the third in our series about the various retirement strategies available to Canadians; this time around we’ll be exploring Annuities. The last few years have presented clients with a number of significant challenges (I.e., low interest rates … Continue reading →

In our last blog post we wrote about the reasons to invest in an RRSP, this time we’ll be taking a look at Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSA). What is a TFSA? A TFSA is a registered savings vehicle that allows … Continue reading →

This article will be the first in a series about a few of the various types of investment strategies that are available to Canadians looking to plan for their retirement. It’s that time of year again…RSP Season; you may have … Continue reading →

With the year almost over, it’s nearly time to turn our attention to income tax planning. It’s helpful to consider tax planning throughout the year as part of an overall financial plan (I.e., to minimize tax paid, ensure you are … Continue reading →

Buying a home is likely the largest purchase you’ll ever make, and if you’re like most Canadians you’ll be taking out a mortgage to help pay for it.  And if you have a mortgage you need mortgage insurance, right? Not … Continue reading →

Based on my most recent trip to Costco, it would certainly appear that the Holiday Season has begun.  In spite of all the good cheer and the overall sense of merriment that is associated with this time of year, for … Continue reading →

The US has found itself in trouble over its level of debt.  It avoided default recently, but the problem has not gone away.  Where did it come from? The US had its debt downgraded by the ratings agency Standard & … Continue reading →

The future of the Euro is being questioned in a way it never has since 1999. As the sovereign debt crisis continues to unfold in Europe, it appears that three nations in the “eurozone” (the seventeen nations that use the … Continue reading →