Chapter 6: Estate Planning – Wills and Powers of Attorney
For your FREE Copy of Preserving Wealth, CLICK HERE Sandra and I had just finished the dishes on Friday night at the cottage while Sally was playing with Connor and Paige out on the screened-in porch. We were all waiting for David’s family to arrive, and Sandra was a bit nervous because it was already […]
What is a Certified Financial Planner?
Managing your finances and investments can be complicated. You may not be comfortable investing on your own. If you need help making decisions about how to manage your finances best, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) may be the answer. The CFP® marks after a planner’s name indicate they have achieved and maintain internationally recognized standards […]
Chapter 5: Protecting Your Family
For your FREE Copy of Preserving Wealth, CLICK HERE The following weekend, Sandra and I woke up early on Saturday. The water was still, and the sun was just beginning to burn off the morning haze. We decided to slip down to the water for a quick swim before the kids woke up. When we […]
Why Do You Need A Will?
Excerpts from the Book – Preserving Wealth – written by Jack Lumsden, MBA, CFP® Although the past pandemic seems to be under control, it has resulted in long term changes in the way people think about and look at their estate and income planning. It led individuals to consider the plans more thoughtfully they have […]
Strategies when Receiving an Inheritance
Excerpts from the Book – Preserving Wealth – written by Jack Lumsden, MBA, CFP® Having a reputable Financial Advisor is a good start. For the short term, one should be looking both at the safety of the money and at the interest rates they can earn. “If you deposit the money at your bank or […]
Chapter 3: Protecting and Preserving your Wealth
“Well, David, I have to say one thing—you sure have become a good cook. This has been one of the best breakfasts we’ve had all summer.” David’s face was rife with suspicion as he glanced over at Alice. “It’s only our second Saturday breakfast, dear, and I think I know why you’re buttering me up. […]
Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) Update for 2023
Key Items: Resource: Tax-Free Savings Account Guide for Individuals TFSA Summary A Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is a type of savings account that has been available to Canadian residents over the age of 18 since 2009. Contributions to a TFSA are not tax deductible, but any income earned within the account is tax-free. You […]
The 32 Blog Posts from 2022
Below I have sorted the thirty-two blog posts I wrote last year by topic of interest to make the content easier to find. Some of the articles are good, some are ok, and some are… Feel free to forward them to any family or friends who may find them of value. If you have any […]
What are Segregated Funds?
Many people are familiar with mutual funds as an investment but are not as familiar with segregated funds. Segregated funds are investment funds (like mutual funds) that life insurance companies offer. How are they similar to mutual funds? The key features that are different from mutual funds: Unique Uses for Segregated Funds If you invest […]
What should you expect in regular progress meetings with your advisor?
Regular progress meetings should be scheduled during the year to update and adjust your retirement income plan. Your advisor should behave more like a guide to help you navigate the changes in your life by adjusting your Retirement Road Map to keep it on track. As part of this effort, a regular and ongoing review […]
