Ben Banks
Job title: Financial Planner, Sun Life, QAFP®, EPC, B.A.(Poli), B.Comm.
Helping your family
Whether you’re looking to protect your family from an unexpected illness, or build wealth for your own future, creating a strategy can help with your unique needs and goals. Regardless of what stage you’re in, you can feel more at peace knowing you’re protected and set up for success financially.
How we can work together
As a Financial Planner, I try to create positive financial change and literacy within the lives of Clients I work with. I also aim to give a positive impact to our community. My goal is to help you be successful as your dedicated advisor for your financial matters. I can help you with:
- risk management,
- wealth accumulation,
- retirement income planning,
- tax planning strategies and
- life goal achievement.
I began working in the financial industry in 1997 and believe that my 25 years of financial experience brings numerous advantages to my planning conversations.
I work with Clients from Calgary and the surrounding area. I also hold my licenses in British Columbia and am happy to work virtually with Clients from BC or elsewhere in Alberta. Contact my office to book your appointment.
Products and services
Our team is here to help you with your health and wealth needs. Browse through our offerings to learn more about how we can assist you. When we meet, we’ll discuss what might be right for your unique situation. Reach out to us if you have any questions or are ready to get started.
Business owners
Spend more time running your business and less time worrying about your business. A strong strategy can get you there.
Life insurance products
Life insurance allows you to protect the people you love by providing your beneficiaries a tax-free cash payment when you die.
Saving, budgeting and investing
Reaching your financial goals starts with a budget and savings plan. Let’s make your money go further.
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Heading south for the winter? Before you swap your boots for flip-flops, let's ensure your finances are as ready for the journey as you are. A few helpful reminders...
💰 Fund check: Is your budget winter-ready?
🏠 Home security: Try home monitoring for peace of mind
🏥 Healthcare: Know your coverage limits abroad
✈️ Travel insurance: Don't leave home without it!
Ready to make your snowbird dreams take flight? Let's chat about optimizing your retirement strategy for your sun-seeking lifestyle. Reach out for a pre-vacation financial checkup.
#SnowbirdLife #Retirement #SunLifeCanada
💰 Fund check: Is your budget winter-ready?
🏠 Home security: Try home monitoring for peace of mind
🏥 Healthcare: Know your coverage limits abroad
✈️ Travel insurance: Don't leave home without it!
Ready to make your snowbird dreams take flight? Let's chat about optimizing your retirement strategy for your sun-seeking lifestyle. Reach out for a pre-vacation financial checkup.
#SnowbirdLife #Retirement #SunLifeCanada
Heading south for the winter? Before you swap your boots for flip-flops, let's ensure your finances are as ready for the journey as you are. A few helpful reminders...
💰 Fund check: Is your budget winter-ready?
🏠 Home security: Try home monitoring for peace of mind
🏥 Healthcare: Know your coverage limits abroad
✈️ Travel insurance: Don't leave home without it!
Ready to make your snowbird dreams take flight? Let's chat about optimizing your retirement strategy for your sun-seeking lifestyle. Reach out for a pre-vacation financial checkup.
#SnowbirdLife #Retirement #SunLifeCanada
💰 Fund check: Is your budget winter-ready?
🏠 Home security: Try home monitoring for peace of mind
🏥 Healthcare: Know your coverage limits abroad
✈️ Travel insurance: Don't leave home without it!
Ready to make your snowbird dreams take flight? Let's chat about optimizing your retirement strategy for your sun-seeking lifestyle. Reach out for a pre-vacation financial checkup.
#SnowbirdLife #Retirement #SunLifeCanada
With Cyber Monday happening on December 1, let’s talk about protecting your business from digital threats.
Here are some quick tips to boost your cybersecurity.
-Update software and systems
-Train your team on phishing awareness
-Use strong, unique passwords for all accounts
-Enable two-factor authentication
-Backup your data regularly
Remember, a secure business is a successful business.
Need help safeguarding your business beyond the digital realm? Let's connect to discuss comprehensive protection strategies for your company's future.
#CyberSecurity #CyberMonday #SunLifeCanada
Here are some quick tips to boost your cybersecurity.
-Update software and systems
-Train your team on phishing awareness
-Use strong, unique passwords for all accounts
-Enable two-factor authentication
-Backup your data regularly
Remember, a secure business is a successful business.
Need help safeguarding your business beyond the digital realm? Let's connect to discuss comprehensive protection strategies for your company's future.
#CyberSecurity #CyberMonday #SunLifeCanada
With Cyber Monday happening on December 1, let’s talk about protecting your business from digital threats.
Here are some quick tips to boost your cybersecurity.
-Update software and systems
-Train your team on phishing awareness
-Use strong, unique passwords for all accounts
-Enable two-factor authentication
-Backup your data regularly
Remember, a secure business is a successful business.
Need help safeguarding your business beyond the digital realm? Let's connect to discuss comprehensive protection strategies for your company's future.
#CyberSecurity #CyberMonday #SunLifeCanada
Here are some quick tips to boost your cybersecurity.
-Update software and systems
-Train your team on phishing awareness
-Use strong, unique passwords for all accounts
-Enable two-factor authentication
-Backup your data regularly
Remember, a secure business is a successful business.
Need help safeguarding your business beyond the digital realm? Let's connect to discuss comprehensive protection strategies for your company's future.
#CyberSecurity #CyberMonday #SunLifeCanada
🍁 November is Diabetes Awareness Month
Did you know? If you're living with diabetes, you may qualify for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). It can help ease the financial burden of managing your health.
-It's a non-refundable tax credit
-It can be retroactively claimed for up to 10 years
Learn more about qualifying: https://www.sunlife.ca/en/tools-and-resources/money-and-finances/managing-your-money/do-you-qualify-for-the-disability-tax-credit/
Questions about how the DTC or other financial solutions can support your health journey? Let's connect!
#DiabetesAwareness #DiabetesAwarenessMonth
Did you know? If you're living with diabetes, you may qualify for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). It can help ease the financial burden of managing your health.
-It's a non-refundable tax credit
-It can be retroactively claimed for up to 10 years
Learn more about qualifying: https://www.sunlife.ca/en/tools-and-resources/money-and-finances/managing-your-money/do-you-qualify-for-the-disability-tax-credit/
Questions about how the DTC or other financial solutions can support your health journey? Let's connect!
#DiabetesAwareness #DiabetesAwarenessMonth
🍁 November is Diabetes Awareness Month
Did you know? If you're living with diabetes, you may qualify for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). It can help ease the financial burden of managing your health.
-It's a non-refundable tax credit
-It can be retroactively claimed for up to 10 years
Learn more about qualifying: https://www.sunlife.ca/en/tools-and-resources/money-and-finances/managing-your-money/do-you-qualify-for-the-disability-tax-credit/
Questions about how the DTC or other financial solutions can support your health journey? Let's connect!
#DiabetesAwareness #DiabetesAwarenessMonth
Did you know? If you're living with diabetes, you may qualify for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). It can help ease the financial burden of managing your health.
-It's a non-refundable tax credit
-It can be retroactively claimed for up to 10 years
Learn more about qualifying: https://www.sunlife.ca/en/tools-and-resources/money-and-finances/managing-your-money/do-you-qualify-for-the-disability-tax-credit/
Questions about how the DTC or other financial solutions can support your health journey? Let's connect!
#DiabetesAwareness #DiabetesAwarenessMonth