Planning and Advice

Practice Lab: Exceptional communication in volatile times

Explain the reality of the market. Revisit or establish a financial plan. Review risk tolerance. Promote the opportunity to invest. Ask for introductions to people they care about who may not be receiving the communications they need. April-Lynn Levitt is a Calgary-based coach, and Kim Poulin is a Montreal-based coach. They provide one-on-one customized coaching […]

By April-Lynn Levitt and Kim Poulin |November 14, 2008

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Print this package: Money laundering

In our 2008 Compliance roundup special report, we review a number of recently implemented initiatives that affect your practice, including money-laundering legislation introduced this summer. If you’ve had a chance to peruse the package and you’re looking for an easy way to download the full report for future reference, click the links below to access […]

By Staff |November 13, 2008

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Print this package: Do not call (DNC)

In our recent Compliance roundup special report, we review a number of recently implemented initiatives that affect your practice, such as the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission’s (CRTC) move to start regulating telemarketers. This legislation affects advisors and will have a significant impact on the average advisory practice. If you’ve had a chance to peruse […]

By Staff |November 13, 2008

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To Clients: The year in review

As we near the end of 2008, it’s a good idea to touch base with your clients, review the events of the year, thank them for their business and send along your warm wishes for the holiday season. To help you get started, we’ve created this customizable letter. Dear [Client’s name], As 2008 draws to […]

By Staff |November 11, 2008

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