Evolution of an Investor
Posted on:Sometimes during social events or other gatherings a person will approach someone in the financial services business with an opening question: “I hear you do investments. What kind of returns can I expect?” . The type of questions asked by individuals are usually a good indication of their investing experience. Newer (younger) investors are often more focused on the returns advertized by various…
Read MoreLiving Longer & Retiring Faster
Posted on:Over the last one hundred years, every new generation of Canadians has enjoyed the benefit of a longer life expectancy. With dramatic improvements in health care, the human life span has never been longer. Additionally, some have set their sights on early retirement. The combination of living longer and retiring earlier creates a serious cash crunch because that greatly expands your time in…
Read MoreIs Probate Right for Your Estate ?
Posted on:Estate planning can be an overwhelming process. Whether it is your own estate or you are the executor for someone else, the checklist can seem never-ending. A financial advisor can help make sure your checklist is complete before you start checking the boxes. One of those items on the checklist is probate, the legal process that confirms the executor's role. A will authorizes the executor to act…
Read MoreNaming Beneficiaries for Your RSPs
Posted on:Most people list tax elimination or minimization as a top priority in their estate plans. For most, Registered Savings Plans (RSPs), which includes RRSPs and RRIFs, are one of their most significant assets. Most RSP accounts hold investment funds or securities that are very liquid, often accessible within a few days. Unlike most other assets, you can choose a specific beneficiary to receive the…
Read MoreThinking Like the Rich
Posted on:There are some things that the rich do and the way they think that makes them different from you and me. These habits contribute to their ability to build and maintain long-lasting wealth and financial independence across several generations. The first lesson is that they tend to live below their means in terms of their lifestyle regardless of their income. Warren Buffet refuses to spend more…
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