How to manage your financial life when it becomes a juggling act

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Your financial situation may be more complicated as life evolves, but fortunately, you’re not alone when you have an advisor. Here are two examples of couples facing multiple financial issues at once, and how their advisors helps take the worry out of their financial life.

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How to build retirement income

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Planning for the number of years that will need to be funded during retirement can be difficult. The retirement income floor strategy can help you determine how much income you will need.

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Is it time for a new will?

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Keeping your will up to date is an extremely important aspect of your estate planning. We generally recommend that you review your will every three to five years to ensure it is up to date.

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I’d like to talk to you about a loan

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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?

Mother, father and their adult children

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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When life changes, so do financial plans

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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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Are RRSPs still the best choice?

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Some investors wonder if they’ll come out ahead investing in a non-registered account instead of a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). But thanks to the significant tax deduction and tax-deferred growth, RRSPs win out.

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The investment factor you can control

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You can’t control the markets but you have complete control over the amount you save and invest. Find out about the situations when meeting your financial objective depends on investing more.

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Assante Hydrostone branch works to create positive change and raise funding for Special Olympics

Motionball Gala Halifax

David Jones and Chris Rafuse have a sixteen-year history of commitment and fundraising for the Special Olympics Canada Foundation. Their latest efforts, for the motionball Halifax Gala, helped raise $60,000.

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Is your home a nest or nest egg?

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If you’re lucky, the decision upon retirement of whether to stay in your home or downsize is an easy one. For many retirees, however, deciding whether or not to downsize is a struggle. Here are some things to consider in making a decision.

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