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Court case reveals risks in gifting assets

Setting up a trust or buying an insurance policy could offer protection for clients' families without putting assets at risk

Investment Executive table: Catalyst for referrals

Why referrals are declining

Reports from financial advisors and industry data indicate that clients are not referring their friends and family members as frequently as they did in years…

Tech Tips: Roam, without getting robbed

Using your cellphone for calls, text and data while travelling can lead to some surprising charges when you get home. Here are some ways to…

Canadians could use some help with TFSAs

One-third are still not aware of the tax penalties associated with over-contribution

  • By: Leah Golob
  • February 28, 2018 October 31, 2019
  • 12:48

Canadian retirees burdened with debt

From credit card debt to a mortgage, retirees struggle with expenses

  • By: Leah Golob
  • February 21, 2018 October 31, 2019
  • 14:30
Hand putting Coins in glass jar with retro alarm clock for time to money saving for retirement

Canadians dipping into their RRSPs

A new report highlights the steady increase in the amount of money withdrawn from retirement savings to meet short-term needs

  • By: Leah Golob
  • February 15, 2018 October 31, 2019
  • 11:00

Cryptocurrencies and your clients

When your client asks you about bitcoin - or any other speculative investment - remember to consider that client's long-term goals. There are ways to…

Tech Tips: The tech-savvy office

You don't have to be a geek to bring your practice up to technological speed. Just a few upgrades - such as a big-screen TV…

Canadians continue to live longer

However, the rate of improvement is slowing

  • By: IE Staff
  • February 14, 2018 October 31, 2019
  • 15:30

Canadian CFP professionals get digital credentials

Digital certificate and badge provide up-to-the-minute verification status across all online platforms

  • By: IE Staff
  • February 9, 2018 October 31, 2019
  • 12:57

Cybersecurity breaches prove costly

Study estimates 41% of Canadian companies had sensitive data exposed last year

Generations struggle to save for retirement

Millennials expect an even greater difficulty than their older counterparts

  • February 8, 2018 October 31, 2019
  • 11:45

The letters after your name

From CFP to CDFA, the designations on your business card can be confusing to your clients, but are important to your career. Here's a guide…

What to know when advising Muslim clients

Challenges include product availability, proper portfolio construction

The slow work of converting social media followers to clients

Committing to a platform and showing your personality can help with prospecting

  • By: Mark Burgess
  • September 22, 2023 September 22, 2023
  • 08:35

How financial advisors dealt with the SVB collapse

Amid the turmoil, some advisors seized buying opportunities and proactively comforted clients

Help your client address the volatility of equity compensation

Assessing income sources, diversifying are key

Advisors need to help clients find purpose in retirement

Promoting personal interests can persuade clients to commit to a retirement plan, says CEO of career transition organization

Securing credit in a rising-rate environment

You and your clients may need to get creative in brainstorming strategies for borrowing

Firm hopes to support younger advisors through new practice financing program

Richardson Wealth launched a flexible program earlier this year to fund internal succession plans

How to write a job posting for an assistant

Every job posting must answer three main questions

In tight labour market, finding a good assistant isn’t getting any easier

Firms should focus on retention as well as recruitment

Dynamic launches emerging market equities fund

Inflows to emerging markets have soared in recent months

  • By: IE Staff
  • March 1, 2021 March 1, 2021
  • 11:10

Tech tips: Get more from social media

Maintaining a steady stream of content is essential in showing readers that you are engaged and productive. There are tools and techniques to help you…

Why banning life insurance sales incentives won’t help consumers

Jim Ruta cautions that banning sales incentives may lead to fewer families with life insurance coverage

  • By: Jim Ruta
  • September 13, 2017 November 16, 2019
  • 14:30

Just say “no” to holiday stress

Yearend tax deadlines, business-related functions and family activities can make the holiday season more anxiety-inducing than festive. Here are some tips to keep you balanced

Casual Friday: Dress codes getting more casual

Although less formal office attire is becoming more acceptable, you still need to be aware of what’s appropriate

  • By: Leah Golob
  • July 28, 2017 October 19, 2019
  • 05:00

Casual Friday: Free apps can help you stay healthy

From yoga to diet to a good night’s sleep, these handy tools promote healthy living