Revisiting Your Financial Plan
The hits keep coming! With the recently concluded Federal election essentially changing nothing in Ottawa, there is little doubt that annual spending deficits will probably continue to reach new levels. Along with this renewed deficit spending Canadians can expect to see higher consumer prices as various economic disruptions continue to impact Canada and other nations […]
Nothing Has Changed, Everything Has Changed
After a number of weeks of campaigning, $610,000,000 of costs, and a significant amount of drama, we are pretty much back to where we started with regards to Federal Politics. This turned out to be the most expensive election in Canadian history and one with a lower turnout than 2008’s election1. Many weren’t happy to […]
Moving Your Employer Pension Between Jobs
As the pandemic slowly recedes, work-life balance trends emerge. A recent Angus Reid survey revealed that 19% of Canadians would quit or look for a new job if required to return to the office. 25% of survey participants stated they would look for new employment after returning to office. If you have a pension […]
Using a Trust to Avoid Probate Fees
When Simon’s father passed away two years ago, he didn’t think much about how his estate would be handled. His mother had died five years before, and his dad’s will was clear about how his assets would be divided. Then came probate, a process to confirm the validity of his will. Not only did unexpected […]
