Consider a Marriage Contract Thousands of weddings have been dramatically downsized, postponed or canceled this year, leaving many couples unsure of how or when to re-start planning for their nuptials. Hopefully, marriage is the beginning of a long and wonderful…
Take Timeout to Avoid Burnout
Yes, it is ok to take a vacation during the middle of a pandemic. Many managers and business owners agree, unless you are just returning from a shutdown, take your vacation days. Many people are not booking as many vacation…
Economic Update
While the first quarter of 2020 was dominated by anxiety surrounding the initial outbreak of COVID-19 and the ensuing lockdowns and market declines, the second quarter demonstrated a remarkable bounce back in the markets – even with a resurgence of…
Protecting the People You Love
Covid-19 infection and death rates continue to dominate the headlines. Protecting ourselves using masks and gloves has become the new normal. This emphasis on mortality has increased the number of questions regarding long-term care, estate planning and concern over how…
10 Reasons Why CANADA is a Great Place to Retire
Last week we celebrated Canada’s 153rd Birthday! As Canadians we are extremely lucky to live, work and eventually retire in one of the greatest countries in the world. Here are 10 reasons why: 1. Canada consistently ranks as one…
Common Estate Planning Mistakes
Although most people have no experience in managing an Estate, more than 80% of us choose a family member or close friend as our executor, according to a CIBC poll. While family and friends may be dependable, more often than…
RESPs FOR GENERATION C
Coronnials or Generation C, may be how the children either born or conceived during the Covid-19 pandemic might be described as in the future. The education system will probably look a lot different in 20 years with the explosion of…
10 Things to Do with Your Tax Refund
Well, with filing our taxes in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to turn our attention from receipts and filing compliance to what to do with our refunds. Understanding the urge to spend it on Amazon or Skip-the-Dishes, here are a…
Tax Deadline
Covid-19 has left many of us confused by the constant changing of our routines and schedules. Adapting to the ‘new normal’ has been challenging for most; despite the fact it is for the greater good. However, some things never change,…
Dollar Cost Averaging
The market volatility over the last couple of months may have some investors wondering if they should pause their monthly contributions until the economy improves, or at least until we are all back to work. As many investors know, these…