Author: Kamal Basra & Tracy Theemes

Is Risk a Four-Letter Word?

| Financial Planning, Personal Financial Stories

Risk means different things to different people, particularly when used in the context of financial planning. Often advisors are too quick to label investors, particularly women and young professionals, as conservative, when in fact a more moderate or aggressive profile would better suit their objectives. Risk means different things to different people, particularly when used ...

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Navigating a Post-Pandemic World

| Personal Financial Stories

As we navigate toward a post-pandemic world, it’s important to reflect on what has helped us get through the challenges of the past two years, and how we can use those skills to support us for future challenges. Having the right tools and supports in place can help us not only get through the challenges ...

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Dollar-Cost Averaging

| Financial Planning, Market Insights

There is ongoing debate about the pros and cons of Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA). This is a process where an investment is made, at regular intervals, regardless of an asset’s price. For example: Emily wants to contribute to her TFSA as part of a 5-year plan to save enough for a condo down payment. She has ...

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