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“Comparison is the Thief of Joy”

As you (hopefully) find time for relaxation in the last few weeks of summer, we wanted to leave you with some food for thought and a timeless reminder of successful long-term investing:  Reviewing a portfolio too often isn’t good for you OR your portfolio...

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Inflation and your Investments

Recently, the Bank of Canada said that inflation (rise in general price level) “has been running at a rate of close to 4% the last few months...and is expected to near 5% by the end of 2021”, reaching levels that have not been seen since the early 90’s. I’m...

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One Year Later

On March 20th 2020, the S&P500 index (a main stock market reference to judge the US economy) was down 34% from its previous high reached that February. During that span, we witnessed one of the most volatile stretches in stock market history.  The pandemic...

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“Retire up to 30% Wealthier?”

With the Super Bowl “kicking” off this past weekend, no doubt many of you witnessed the continued obsession self-directed platforms put on “Retiring 30% Wealthier”. If you have seen these ads, it would suggest you would do well with them. The constant undermining of...

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Top questions to ask a financial advisor

With many hundreds of billions of dollars circling the globe every day, financial markets are becoming increasingly complex. Given this, it only makes sense that your investments should be fully researched and followed on an ongoing basis by someone with the expertise...

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Why doing nothing is so hard to do

Remember: Patience is a virtue Although the best investors understand the importance of patience, it is one of the most difficult skills to learn as an investor and portfolio manager. You’ll often hear the expression “patience pays off”, but what does that actually...

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Focus On What You Can Control

We’re entering our second month of the COVID-19 pandemic and it continues to have a lasting impact on all parts of life. New daily routines have been established, as we all do our part to flatten the curve. Instead of panicking, it’s better to step back and focus on...

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The Big Six Banks Will Fleece You—If You Let Them

An article with this title was published in the March 20th Edition of the Globe and Mail. The reporter, Rob Carrick wrote about how the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada outlined in a report issued in mid-March that the Big Six banks are sharply focused on selling...

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Bank Employees Under Pressure: Sales vs. Service?

Do sales goals get in the way of a financial institution’s promise to put clients’ interests first?  Can banks and credit unions align their priorities and interest with that of the consumers? Twisted Priorities The banking industry has been shaken up in recent months...

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