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Mavrix Fund Management Inc. has announced staff cuts, eliminating 10 positions “to better align costs and staffing levels with current assets under management.” Mavrix senior management remains intact. The company was bought out by GrowthWorks in a deal that closed July 1, 2009. The sales and marketing teams of the two companies have been merged. […]

By Staff |November 11, 2009

3 min read

Market bets on bond funds

If the term “hot seller” can be applied to the investment product industry, fixed-income would fit the bill. Despite the run-up in equities, non-government bonds are driving interest with attractive yields and comparative price safety. Domestic fixed income funds led the way in net sales in September, according to the Investment Funds Institute of Canada, […]

By Mark Noble |November 11, 2009

5 min read

Faceoff: Do advisor commissions get a bad rap?

Welcome to FaceOff a feature that spotlights a discussion from two advisors on a hot-button topic. This month, we hear from opposite ends of the country about how advisors are paid and whether fees and commissions are scrutinized fairly. Originally moderated by Deanne Gage Participants: How they’re paid Brad Brain: In our practice, when it […]

By Deanne Gage |November 11, 2009

6 min read

FaceOff: Advisor commissions debated

Welcome to FaceOff which features a discussion from two advisors on a hot-button topic. This month, we hear from opposite ends of the country about how advisors are paid and whether fees and commissions are scrutinized fairly. Originally moderated by Deanne Gage Participants: Brad Brain, registered financial planner, Brad Brain Financial Planning, Fort St. John, […]

By Deanne Gage |November 11, 2009

6 min read