Industry News

(November 16, 2007) When it comes to financial planning for new immigrants, family comes first, according to a study by RBC. Funding their children’s education was a major financial goal for 46% of new immigrants. Saving for retirement and paying down their mortgage were not far behind, at 41% and 40% respectively. The most common […]

By Staff |November 16, 2007

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Industry

Insurance industry not immune to setbacks

With all the stock market volatility, sub-prime problems and credit tightening issues that have been in the news lately, it might seem as if the whole financial industry is in turmoil. But the insurance industry has remained relatively unscathed through all of this, though that doesn’t mean it’s immune to a meltdown, according to the […]

By Bryan Borzykowski |November 16, 2007

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Industry

Reducing the cost of cross-border holiday shopping

Grandma didn’t need a CFP to tell her a penny saved is a penny earned. Taking a cue from her, it may be a good time to talk to clients who are considering cross-border holiday shopping about ways to maximize the value of U.S.-dollar purchases. Virtually all Canadians are aware of the new purchasing power […]

By Mark Noble |November 16, 2007

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