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Rumour Has It: Fact Versus Fiction in the Markets, AI and Tech

Aug 26, 2024 - Alfred Lam

Berkshire Hathaway, Blackwell and the BOJ all made headlines that moved markets this month—but were those events fundamental or just speculation?...

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Tech Takeover: For Better or for Worse?

Jul 25, 2024 - Alfred Lam

Technology as we know it will soon be history—again. Be prepared for more “wow” moments as AI revolutionizes new processes and industries, while also displacing human roles....

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(The Process Of) Economic Normalization and What That Means for the Outlook

Jul 02, 2024 - Stephen Lingard

Some positive signs of economic normalization have emerged, yet fiscal policy is stuck in pandemic-era liberality. Find out how this misalignment could impact your portfolio....

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How to avoid or minimize the OAS clawback

Will you ever be at risk of having your Old Age Security (OAS) pension clawed back? We’ve got four strategies to reduce the clawback—or even prevent it altogether....

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Planning for market volatility

Do you shudder when you hear “volatility?” See how you can be prepared financially and psychologically for market swings—and that includes remembering volatility’s upside....

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Navigating the retirement risk zone is personal

There’s a risk zone several years before and after retirement. The risk is a severe market downturn that upsets your retirement plans. Learn a few ways to stay afloat if markets sink at the wrong time....

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Is an RRSP still worthwhile?

You might hear a claim that non-registered investments provide more retirement income than a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)—but the math shows that’s a myth....

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When you retire, financial literacy expands

Wealth planning in retirement involves new rules, products and strategies—but don’t feel stressed. We’ll keep you informed and help you explore your options....

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Is downsizing the right decision?

Many people approaching or in retirement are torn between downsizing and staying in their home. Here are some considerations and how we can help....

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Should you delay your OAS pension?

Whether to delay Canada Pension Plan (CPP) or Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) benefits gets all the attention. But you should also know about delaying your Old Age Security (OAS) payments....

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Managing your RRIF withdrawals effectively

In retirement, every dollar you save in tax is more money to support your lifestyle. We’ve got ways to save tax by strategically making Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) withdrawals....

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The Value of Advice

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Single? Estate planning is still important

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