I was very impressed with Sandra Nass the first time that I met with her. This was very soon after she and Alan Rae started working together and I particularly appreciated her approach during the meeting. It was much more thorough than the “hello-nice-to-meet-you” session that I was expecting. Although she was obviously very familiar with my file, she took nothing in it for granted and questioned me as if I was a new potential RBCDS client.
She could have just asked Alan for his personal opinion and impressions about me, but instead she took the time to ask me directly about my present situation and my future plans, and then make her own judgements. She made a few suggestions as to possible changes we could make and they all made perfect sense.
Not only does she seem to understand the big financial picture very well during these complex times, she was able to relate her overall philosophy to my particular, relatively simple, circumstances.
Although I have always felt confident with the advice and guidance of Alan, I think I feel even more confident now that he and Sandra are working together on my behalf.
I've had the pleasure of partnering with Alan, Sandra and team for over 9 years. The result has been a comprehensive financial plan supported by excellent results. Sandra's addition and partnership with Alan has only strengthened the team and offering. The big picture perspective, individual plan and personal touch Alan and Sandra employ to each portfolio makes the difference. Being a CFO with a financial background, I have high expectations and the team has met the challenge. Together we have built a comprehensive asset allocation, minimized fees and planned for the future whether it be retirement planning, RESP's, wills planning and life insurance. As the years have passed, we have adjusted our plan as needed. The dollar cost averaging employed is paying off - it's easy to be happy when the market is going up, but much of the value comes when the bear market rears its head and Alan/Sandra will steer you in the right direction. Looking forward to more successes together in the next 10 years and beyond.