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The Wealthy Barber on how a cottage can complicate estate planning

September 23, 2024 |RBC Wealth Management

“The last thing you want is for your cottage, a place of great memories, a true family treasure, to end up being a wedge that drives your family apart.”

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Why your art collection should be part of your estate planning

Why your art collection should be part of your estate planning

July 31, 2024 |RBC Wealth Management

Art collections are an emotionally charged part of your estate. Here's how to prepare for a smooth transfer to the next generation.

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Wealth transfer: Five tips to help avoid family conflict

Wealth transfer: Five tips to help avoid family conflict

July 31, 2024 |RBC Wealth Management

You can preserve family harmony and your wishes for your estate with careful planning and open conversations.

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Video: The Wealthy Barber on why executors should rely on trustworthy professionals

Video: The Wealthy Barber on why executors should rely on trustworthy professionals

November 29, 2023 |RBC Wealth Management

There’s a lot of advice online, and a lot of misinformation. If you’re an executor, get the right advice for you.

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Video: Are you an executor? Three reasons why you should get help

Video: Are you an executor? Three reasons why you should get help

November 29, 2023 |RBC Wealth Management

The Wealthy Barber on why executors should consider getting help from the professionals.

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Estate planning: Report reveals many Canadians are not prepared

May 18, 2023 |RBC Wealth Management

Many Canadians have not created a Will, appointed a power of attorney or started estate planning. Learn about the survey conducted to find out why.

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Matters beyond wealth

Leaving a lasting legacy for your kids and grandkids

May 10, 2023 |Leanne Kaufman

Exploring estate planning and legacy considerations for grandparents, including navigating intergenerational family dynamics

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Six steps to help keep your brain healthy

April 28, 2023 |Leanne Kaufman, President and CEO, RBC Royal Trust

Learn why brain health for women matters, including tools and resources to help you develop better habits to keep your brain healthy

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Video: Does your executor have financial skills? Why the Wealthy Barber thinks they should

April 26, 2023 |David Chilton

Will and estate planning tips for multiple generations

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Strategies for caregivers to avoid burnout

April 12, 2023 |Leanne Kaufman

Tips to deal with the challenges and uncertainty of caregiving

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The Global Investment Outlook

Economic data has been resilient, recession risks have diminished, and inflation has cooled sufficiently for central banks to consider cutting policy rates at some point this year. In this environment, sovereign bonds are appealing, and while stocks have surged as investors embraced the improved odds of an economic soft landing, demanding valuations in U.S. large-cap stocks may limit upside potential.

This Global Investment Outlook includes:

  • The recommended mix of cash, fixed income instruments, and equities.
  • The recommended global exposure of fixed income and equity portfolios.
  • The optimal term structure for fixed income investments.
  • The suggested sector and geographic make-up within equity portfolios.
  • The preferred exposure to major currencies.

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