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Are cyborgs the future of advisory services?
By Staff |May 12, 2017
1 min read
Planning and Advice
Scenario Calgary retirees Dolores and Remus Aquino, aged 67 and 70, have lived in their spacious two-storey home for the last 30 years. They have no plans to leave, but some of their younger friends are already having trouble climbing stairs. The Aquinos have thought about renovating their home to age in place, but have […]
By Allan Tong |May 12, 2017
6 min read
Do you use referral arrangements with outside experts like lawyers or accountants? Dave Lee senior wealth advisor, Scotia Wealth Management, White Rock, B.C. Yes, I use referrals, but they aren’t formal arrangements, so no disclosure is required. The best referrals are freely given and arise from demonstrating above-and-beyond service. For example, at tax time I […]
May 12, 2017
3 min read
You and a client share a love of the ocean and sea creatures. Now, he’s invited you and your significant other to his condo in the Cayman Islands for a long weekend of island and water activities, including scuba diving. What do you need to know? Before you go Be certified If you love to […]
By Susan Goldberg |May 12, 2017
Occupation Landlord and renovator City Thunder Bay, Ontario Age 57 I’ve been in property: Since my late 20s I plan to retire: Never. I love the discipline and the satisfaction of working. If I’m learning new things and it’s financially beneficial, I’m happy. Investable assets: Four properties in Thunder Bay, with a total value of […]
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The role of investment outperformance as a differentiator between advisors is rapidly diminishing. Now more than ever, client relationships set the foundation for a successful and lasting practice. Industry-wide research confirms this shift. For example, a 2014 Spectrem Group-Vanguard study found that affluent investors gave more weight to communication, trustworthiness and transparency than to fees […]
By Atul Tiwari |May 9, 2017
4 min read
Industry changes call for advisors to help clients meet life objectives through value and convenience
By Staff, with files from The Canadian Press |May 3, 2017
If the age of eligibility gets raised, pre-retirement planning could get harder
By Staff |May 3, 2017
IIROC's message is clear: "disclosure alone is not sufficient to address conflicts."
By Katie Keir |April 27, 2017
5 min read
Why it's smart to invest in fintech, and why most firms are taking it slow
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