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Estate planning

How to manage a financial windfall

A financial windfall, whether it’s unexpected or expected, can be a life-changing event. Here are some tips to help you make the most of it.

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Estate planning

Should you help your adult child buy a house?

As the cost of home ownership continues to rise in Canada, many adult children are turning to their parents for financial assistance to purchase their…

13 minute read

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Estate planning

Is your will up to date?

Creating a will isn’t a ‘set it and forget’ it document. Review your will once every five years, or whenever there’s a significant life development.

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Life events

Financial tips for new parents

Whether it’s through birth, adoption or surrogacy, deciding to have a child is one of the biggest life decisions you’ll ever make. The rewards are…

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Life events

How to rebound after job loss

Losing your job doesn’t have to mean losing everything. We’ve got tips to help you bridge the gap – emotionally and financially – while you…

9 minute read

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Estate planning

Preparing the next generation for wealth

How do you know when (and how) to introduce the next generation to the family wealth picture? Creating a plan to navigate these complex wealth…

9 minute read

Investing

So, you want to buy a vacation property — but is it a good investment?

Here are a few things you should think about before you seriously consider purchasing a vacation property.

11 minute read

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Estate planning

Take charge of your financial future after a dementia diagnosis

While many people can continue to live happy and productive lives for years after a diagnosis, at some point there may be a time when…

12 minute read

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Life events

Selling your home – what to consider before you list

Selling your home? Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing, or choosing to rent for a while to weigh your options or wait for the market to cool,…

8 minute read