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The Wealthy Barber: How a trust company can help

July 07, 2021 |David Chilton

If you’re acting as an executor of a Will, consider hiring an executor’s helper

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Where will you live in retirement? Four things to consider when aging in place.

May 20, 2021 |Jason Fields & Curtis Grainger
Aging is a topic we tend to avoid. Culturally, it's a conversation that's tip-toed around by families who don't want to think about—or plan for—when loved ones head into retirement or beyond. The time is now to make plans and have conversations with families...
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A Financial Plan for your Extended Retirement

April 29, 2021 |Jason Fields & Curtis Grainger
The potential for longer retirements and lower investment yields means investors may need to consider different ways of structuring their portfolios. A 60 year old has a 25% chance of living until age 97. Are you ready for a 40 year retirement? Click...
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COVID Further Clouded the Outlook for Canadian Women at Risk of Disruption

March 04, 2021 |Dawn Desjardins & Carrie Freestone

Almost half a million Canadian women who lost their jobs during the pandemic hadn’t returned to work as of January.

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2021 Handy Planning Checklist and Fact Sheet

January 22, 2021 |Jason Fields & Curtis Grainger
We're excited to share that the 2021 Handy Planning Checklist and Fact Sheet has been released. If you haven't taken a moment to check it out, we highly recommend that you click here and see all of the important information it contains, like CPP and OAS...
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Supporting my Adult Kids is Impacting my Retirement Plan!

November 24, 2020 |Jason Fields & Curtis Grainger
A recent RBC Family Finances poll shows that more than 9 in 10 parents are financially supporting their adult children, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only intensified this trend. If this sounds familiar, you may be wondering how you can find balance between...
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Movember Week 3 Update

November 19, 2020 |Jason Fields & Curtis Grainger
Day 20 and my moustache is coming in nicely, I am definitely not winning any awards for it but it has been a good conversation starter with both friends and strangers. I am still blown away by the generosity of everyone, I have now raised almost $2,000...
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Finding success with budgeting

October 16, 2020 |RBC Wealth Management

While many people use a “cash in” versus “cash out” formula, there’s a simple change you can make to your budget to help make saving a priority.

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Introducing Metro Matters: B.C. election edition

September 24, 2020 |Jason Fields & Curtis Grainger
Ready or not — it's happening. After weeks of speculation, British Columbians now know they'll be heading to the polls Oct. 24, for a snap election in an already head-spinning year. This election campaign is going to look different — for voters, for reporters...
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Does your family have a succession plan? Tips for maintaining family harmony

September 11, 2020 |RBC Wealth Management

Harmony across families can be maintained by having multi-generational dialogue. Learn how you can start the conversation with your loved ones.

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