Mortgages

The Advantage of Using a Mortgage Broker

Mortgage brokers are valuable mediators in the Canadian mortgage market, offering distinct advantages for both new homebuyers and those undergoing mortgage renewal. Multiple Lender Access: Mortgage brokers work with numerous lenders, such as major banks, credit unions, mortgage finance companies, …

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Understanding Market Cycles: A Guide to Bull and Bear Markets

Stock market language refers to two predominant patterns: “bulls” and “bears.” These terms describe the prevailing market trend and can sometimes cause concern, but understanding their meaning is key to maintaining a long-term perspective. My goal is to help you …

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Life View

Estate Tax: Planning Wisely

Tax Planning is Legal: Canadians can legally arrange finances to minimize income tax. Tax Issues to consider: RRIF Withdrawals: Increases your tax burden and may result in an Old Age Security (OAS) clawback. Provincial Tax Rate: Living in a high-tax-rate …

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FRAUD UPDATE: AI Assisted Cybercrime and Financial Fraud.

Generative AI has fundamentally changed cybercrime. It is no longer just about technical exploits but has shifted to hyper-personalized, scalable, and psychologically manipulative fraud. The scale of financial losses is unprecedented. The 2024 Internet Crime Report from the FBI documented …

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Investor Insight

What are the main benefits of investing in mutual funds?

The average investor, who buys stocks and bonds, does not have the necessary time to assess securities nor the expertise to make qualified investment decisions. Mutual funds allow the investor to effectively hire a fund manager to make these decisions.

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Estate View

Updating your estate plan

What is estate planning? The nature and extent of an owner’s rights concerning land, property, and financial assets and life insurance benefits can be given over to heirs using documents referred to as the last will and testament, drawn up …

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Investor Insight

8 reasons to invest in Segregated Funds

There are many reasons that make investing in segregated (seg) funds a significant strategy when creating wealth.

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