Well-Advised Newsletter
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When life changes, so do financial plans
December 14, 2018 • Financial Planning
One of these days, the unexpected may alter the course of your life. Find out through several case studies why financial plans must adapt to meet evolving needs.
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I'd like to talk to you about a loan
December 14, 2018 • Financial Planning
Has a friend or relative ever asked to borrow money? It can be an awkward situation. We’ve got several issues and guidelines to help you figure out what to do – including how to say no.
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Should you name a child as executor?
December 14, 2018 • Estate Planning
If you have only one child and she or he wants to be executor of your estate, consider yourself fortunate. But if you have two or more children, you must weigh several pros and cons before naming an executor or co-executors.
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Invest wisely and sleep well at night
October 12, 2018 • Financial Planning, Investment Planning
If you want to sleep well even when markets are volatile, you must invest according to your own risk tolerance. It’s one of the most important factors in investing. Also important, however, is that risk tolerance isn’t something you set and forget. It can change over time because of personal experiences or evolving life situations.
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The smart way to view an expected inheritance
October 12, 2018 • Financial Planning, Retirement Planning
It’s tempting to count on an expected inheritance as money in the bank – but it doesn’t always work out so perfectly. Anyone’s parent or parents could encounter situations or challenges that jeopardize the legacy they wish to leave to their children.
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Plan now to minimize OAS clawback later
October 12, 2018 • Lifestyle, Retirement Planning
To minimize OAS clawback, you need to reduce net income. During retirement, an effective strategy is splitting pension income. But several strategies, including the following, can be initiated before retirement arrives.
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Factor the new longevity into your financial plans
October 12, 2018 • Financial Planning
Imagine, you might enjoy a retirement of 30 years, even longer. Here are some of the financial planning areas affected by the new longevity.
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Minimizing taxation of estate assets
October 12, 2018 • Estate Planning
There are ways to minimize the amount of tax payable by an estate. Here are some of the more common strategies.
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Volatility: Friend or foe?
June 15, 2018 • Investment Planning
If you’re retired or about to retire, market volatility is something you want to guard against. But if you’re in your wealth accumulation years, volatility has a silver lining.
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Should you open the bank of Mom and Dad?
June 15, 2018 • Financial Planning
When it comes to helping children financially, there are no financial planning rules to follow. What works perfectly for one family might be unthinkable for another. There are, however, important factors to consider, which can guide you in making a decision.
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