As the end of the year quickly approaches, like me you are probably looking forward to enjoying the upcoming festive season. However, along with your last-minute shopping, here are some time-sensitive tips that will need action before the end of…
Avoid Debt this Holiday Season
It’s Black Friday; the official start to the Christmas shopping season, here are some useful strategies so you don’t end up with a nasty credit card bill in January. Set a Budget. Without a plan or budget, most people will…
Five Reasons Not to be Afraid of Inflation
Everywhere I go, every channel I listen to, it seems all everyone is talking about is Inflation. And it is true, the data right now is ugly. The annual inflation rate in Canada went up to 4.4% in September, this…
100 years of the poppy in Canada
One hundred years ago, Canada adopted what would become the symbol of remembrance for millions of Canadians and veterans in our country. On July 6, 1921, Canada became the first country to support the poppy as a symbol of remembrance.…
You’ve been asked to be an Executor; now what?
It’s not the kind of question that comes up every day; so before you accept automatically you should know what will be expected of you. Although you may be flattered by the request, your willingness to be someone’s executor should…
Global Economy
The global economy continues to recover and expand in 2021, but it was a topsy-turvy September due to the Evergrande crisis in China, the U.S. debt ceiling and speculation about the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy and bond-buying program. U.S.,…
Four Ways to Preserve Wealth Using Life Insurance
When people think of Life insurance, they normally associate it with providing the financial support your family will need if you are no longer around to take care of them. However, life insurance can also help you and/or estate preserve…
A Close Election Could Mean Higher Taxes
Current polls suggest that Canada will likely elect another minority government next week; neither the Liberals nor Conservatives are expected to reach the 170 House seats needed to form a majority government. With no party in absolute control of the…
In Loving Memory – Pre-Arranging Your Funeral
Many people plan ahead and prepare their own final arrangements, some will even pre-pay, although most funeral homes don’t require it. Why is planning ahead a good idea? It saves your family and friends from having to make many difficult…
Help Your Student Avoid Debt
Being accepted into university, college or grad school is a major milestone in your child’s life. Before they head off to campus in the next couple of weeks be sure to advise them on how to attend post-secondary without racking…