Below is a collection of Blog Articles
Decoding RRSPs and TFSAs from a Canadian tax angle is no joke. We are often asked what makes more sense, investing in a TFSA or an RRSP? The answer is not so simple; but today we provide to you a simple blog post from a tax perspective. We hope this can help make the decision a little bit more clear, …
Today, we’ll delve into the world of Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs), a financial tool that plays a crucial role in securing a comfortable retirement for Canadians. In this easy-to-read blog post, we’ll uncover the basics of RRSPs, their key features, and why they should be on your radar. We’re often asked about RRSP’s and why they should (or shouldn’t) …
Whole life insurance, also known as permanent life insurance, is a type of life insurance policy that provides coverage for the entirety of the policyholder’s life. This type of policy typically includes a savings component, known as the cash value, which builds up over time and can be borrowed against or used to pay premiums. One of the main benefits …
Market volatility can be a challenging and stressful time for investors; and understanding market volatility can be confusing. The stock market can experience sudden and unexpected fluctuations, which can cause fear and uncertainty among investors. However, there are several strategies that investors can use to manage market volatility and protect their portfolios. One strategy is to diversify your portfolio. Diversification …
Family Trusts can be a powerful tool for estate planning, tax planning, asset protection; and wealth transfer. A family trust is a legal entity that holds assets for the benefit of a specific group of individuals, known as beneficiaries. The assets in the trust are managed by a trustee, who is responsible for making decisions about the assets and distributing …
Capital Gains Tax and the Value of Life Insurance in Canada Capital gains tax is a tax imposed on the profit made from the sale of a capital asset, such as real estate or stocks. In Canada, the capital gains tax rate is currently at 50% of the gain, and it is calculated by subtracting the adjusted cost base (ACB) …
Critical illness insurance for children is an important topic that many parents may not be aware of. This type of insurance provides financial support to families in the event that their child is diagnosed with a serious illness such as cancer, heart disease, or a severe injury. While many people believe that children are not at risk for critical illnesses, …
According to various surveys conducted throughout Canada, over 57% of Canadians do not have a will. If you are part of that number, or feel like your will may be outdated, this article is for you. Regardless of your personal circumstances or relationship status, having an up to date will is one of the most important documents that you could …
One of the most popular blog posts I wrote was back in 2019 explaining the Insured Retirement Plan. It is mid way through 2022 and the markets are currently struggling under higher inflation, geopolitical tensions across the globe and the lingering effects of Covid. What about the Insured Retirement Plan in 2022, has the strategy held up? Read on to …
Grocery shopping has forever been a dreaded task in our household, even before we had kids. The dreaded two-hour trip to the grocery store that had to be carved out of the week was a real buzz kill for us: dragging our butts to the store, shopping, then bagging and loading the bags, coming home; and unloading them again. Not …
Everyone at some point in their life imagines progressing from a place of just getting by financially to a place where money no longer is a worry (or as worrisome). This is why so many people strive for more financial security through promotions at work or by taking on a side hustle. For others, coming into money unexpectedly can yield …
Canadians are thinking about a retirement reset According to a new poll by RBC dubbed the 2021 RBC Retirement Myths & Realities Poll, it states that 18% of Canadian respondents aged 50+ have now hit the pause button on retirement, with Alberta being the highest at 33%. Respondents stated that the pandemic has caused them to hit the pause button …
This last couple of weeks we have seen a revolution of retail trading. While many folks still work from home and limit their exposure to the outside world, the stock market is reaching all time highs fueled in part by “cheap money”. With almost unlimited stimulus from the fed and low interest rate guidance for the foreseeable future, this trend …
Press Release Contact: Curtis Haigh curtis@precisionfinancial.ca LOCAL INTEREST Curtis Haigh Qualifies as a Member Of “Elder Planning Counselor” Designation Program TORONTO, ON – A nationally recognized designation, was conferred on Curtis Haigh of Precision Financial & Benefits after successfully completing an intense and rigorous test of knowledge regarding current seniors’ issues. The “Canadian Initiative for Elder Planning Studies” …
What is a financial and investment plan? And why would YOU need one? Even though I am quite capable to change the oil in my truck, as I get older I find that I don’t have the time to do it on a regular basis. Thankfully, there are people out there that do this service for a living. The same …
Why I love Generation Z. First, who is Gen Z? Generation Z are generally accepted as those individuals who were born between 1995 and 2012. Why do I love them so much? They get it. Generation Z is ‘woke’, especially when it comes to money. I talk to a lot of different people, and the most optimism I have seen …
