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How to create a budget
The holidays are just around the corner, and so are the expenses that come with them.
Set a budget before you shop. It'll help you enjoy the season without as much financial stress in January.
Need a bit of inspiration? Polish up on your budgeting skills here https://www.sunlife.ca/en/tools-and-resources/money-and-finances/managing-your-money/how-to-create-a-budget/?WT.mc_id=en-ca%3Asocial%3Anetworks%3Ayext%3Aadvisor?WT.mc_id=en-ca%3Asocial%3Anetworks%3Ayext%3Aadvisor
Set a budget before you shop. It'll help you enjoy the season without as much financial stress in January.
Need a bit of inspiration? Polish up on your budgeting skills here https://www.sunlife.ca/en/tools-and-resources/money-and-finances/managing-your-money/how-to-create-a-budget/?WT.mc_id=en-ca%3Asocial%3Anetworks%3Ayext%3Aadvisor?WT.mc_id=en-ca%3Asocial%3Anetworks%3Ayext%3Aadvisor
Business owners spend years building a successful company, but many give less thought to what happens when they're ready to step away.
Whether retirement is 5 years away or 15, having a succession strategy in place can help you identify ways to protect what you've built and preserve its value.
Let's explore ways to help prepare your business and personal finances for whatever comes next. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Whether retirement is 5 years away or 15, having a succession strategy in place can help you identify ways to protect what you've built and preserve its value.
Let's explore ways to help prepare your business and personal finances for whatever comes next. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Business owners spend years building a successful company, but many give less thought to what happens when they're ready to step away.
Whether retirement is 5 years away or 15, having a succession strategy in place can help you identify ways to protect what you've built and preserve its value.
Let's explore ways to help prepare your business and personal finances for whatever comes next. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Whether retirement is 5 years away or 15, having a succession strategy in place can help you identify ways to protect what you've built and preserve its value.
Let's explore ways to help prepare your business and personal finances for whatever comes next. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Markets change. Priorities change. Life evolves and financial priorities often evolve with it. A review today can help keep your retirement roadmap aligned with your goals tomorrow.
Book a retirement roadmap session, and let's see where you stand.
Book a retirement roadmap session, and let's see where you stand.
Markets change. Priorities change. Life evolves and financial priorities often evolve with it. A review today can help keep your retirement roadmap aligned with your goals tomorrow.
Book a retirement roadmap session, and let's see where you stand.
Book a retirement roadmap session, and let's see where you stand.
Personal health insurance
Unexpected health expenses can show up when you least expect them. Personal health insurance can help cover things like prescription drugs, dental care, vision care and more, giving you added peace of mind when provincial coverage doesn't cover it all.
Learn more: https://www.sunlife.ca/en/health/personal-health-insurance/?WT.mc_id=en-ca%3Asocial%3Anetworks%3Ayext%3Aadvisor?WT.mc_id=en-ca%3Asocial%3Anetworks%3Ayext%3Aadvisor
Learn more: https://www.sunlife.ca/en/health/personal-health-insurance/?WT.mc_id=en-ca%3Asocial%3Anetworks%3Ayext%3Aadvisor?WT.mc_id=en-ca%3Asocial%3Anetworks%3Ayext%3Aadvisor
Have you considered how a serious illness could affect your finances while you’re still working and supporting your family?
Critical illness insurance protects more than just your future — it helps safeguard your financial stability during recovery when you need it most.
If you're diagnosed with one of 26 covered illnesses and meet policy requirements, critical illness insurance provides a lump-sum benefit you can use for whatever matters: medical expenses, mortgage payments, lost income or ongoing care. That means you can focus on getting better instead of worrying about finances.
Those eligible can benefit from 10% lower premiums for life when you bundle critical illness coverage with other protection solutions. This rate locks in permanently giving you lasting financial security. Get in touch to see if this offer is right for you. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
*Terms and conditions apply
Critical illness insurance protects more than just your future — it helps safeguard your financial stability during recovery when you need it most.
If you're diagnosed with one of 26 covered illnesses and meet policy requirements, critical illness insurance provides a lump-sum benefit you can use for whatever matters: medical expenses, mortgage payments, lost income or ongoing care. That means you can focus on getting better instead of worrying about finances.
Those eligible can benefit from 10% lower premiums for life when you bundle critical illness coverage with other protection solutions. This rate locks in permanently giving you lasting financial security. Get in touch to see if this offer is right for you. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
*Terms and conditions apply
Have you considered how a serious illness could affect your finances while you’re still working and supporting your family?
Critical illness insurance protects more than just your future — it helps safeguard your financial stability during recovery when you need it most.
If you're diagnosed with one of 26 covered illnesses and meet policy requirements, critical illness insurance provides a lump-sum benefit you can use for whatever matters: medical expenses, mortgage payments, lost income or ongoing care. That means you can focus on getting better instead of worrying about finances.
Those eligible can benefit from 10% lower premiums for life when you bundle critical illness coverage with other protection solutions. This rate locks in permanently giving you lasting financial security. Get in touch to see if this offer is right for you. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
*Terms and conditions apply
Critical illness insurance protects more than just your future — it helps safeguard your financial stability during recovery when you need it most.
If you're diagnosed with one of 26 covered illnesses and meet policy requirements, critical illness insurance provides a lump-sum benefit you can use for whatever matters: medical expenses, mortgage payments, lost income or ongoing care. That means you can focus on getting better instead of worrying about finances.
Those eligible can benefit from 10% lower premiums for life when you bundle critical illness coverage with other protection solutions. This rate locks in permanently giving you lasting financial security. Get in touch to see if this offer is right for you. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
*Terms and conditions apply
For many farming families, succession isn't just about who will take over — it's also about whether taking over is financially feasible.
Rising land values, equipment costs and operating expenses can make farm ownership feel out of reach for the next generation, even when the interest is there.
A transition plan can help identify strategies that balance the needs of the retiring generation with the goals and financial realities of those taking over.
I can help start the conversation and connect with appropriate professionals where needed to create a roadmap that can help support your family and the business.
Every farm is unique. Having a plan in place can help your family move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Let’s kick off the conversation. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Rising land values, equipment costs and operating expenses can make farm ownership feel out of reach for the next generation, even when the interest is there.
A transition plan can help identify strategies that balance the needs of the retiring generation with the goals and financial realities of those taking over.
I can help start the conversation and connect with appropriate professionals where needed to create a roadmap that can help support your family and the business.
Every farm is unique. Having a plan in place can help your family move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Let’s kick off the conversation. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
For many farming families, succession isn't just about who will take over — it's also about whether taking over is financially feasible.
Rising land values, equipment costs and operating expenses can make farm ownership feel out of reach for the next generation, even when the interest is there.
A transition plan can help identify strategies that balance the needs of the retiring generation with the goals and financial realities of those taking over.
I can help start the conversation and connect with appropriate professionals where needed to create a roadmap that can help support your family and the business.
Every farm is unique. Having a plan in place can help your family move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Let’s kick off the conversation. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Rising land values, equipment costs and operating expenses can make farm ownership feel out of reach for the next generation, even when the interest is there.
A transition plan can help identify strategies that balance the needs of the retiring generation with the goals and financial realities of those taking over.
I can help start the conversation and connect with appropriate professionals where needed to create a roadmap that can help support your family and the business.
Every farm is unique. Having a plan in place can help your family move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Let’s kick off the conversation. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Running a farm means planning for the seasons ahead. But have you considered how your family and business would manage if life took an unexpected turn?
An illness, injury or loss can create challenges that affect both the people you care about and the farm you've worked hard to build.
Life and health insurance can play an important role in helping protect your family's financial well-being, support ongoing operations, and provide greater confidence for the future.
Learn more about how coverage may fit into your farm's long-term plan. https://www.sunlife.ca/en/insurance/business/
An illness, injury or loss can create challenges that affect both the people you care about and the farm you've worked hard to build.
Life and health insurance can play an important role in helping protect your family's financial well-being, support ongoing operations, and provide greater confidence for the future.
Learn more about how coverage may fit into your farm's long-term plan. https://www.sunlife.ca/en/insurance/business/
Running a farm means planning for the seasons ahead. But have you considered how your family and business would manage if life took an unexpected turn?
An illness, injury or loss can create challenges that affect both the people you care about and the farm you've worked hard to build.
Life and health insurance can play an important role in helping protect your family's financial well-being, support ongoing operations, and provide greater confidence for the future.
Learn more about how coverage may fit into your farm's long-term plan. https://www.sunlife.ca/en/insurance/business/
An illness, injury or loss can create challenges that affect both the people you care about and the farm you've worked hard to build.
Life and health insurance can play an important role in helping protect your family's financial well-being, support ongoing operations, and provide greater confidence for the future.
Learn more about how coverage may fit into your farm's long-term plan. https://www.sunlife.ca/en/insurance/business/
As we look ahead to 2027, it's a great moment to reflect. What worked financially this year? What could you improve? Taking time to review your goals helps you stay on track.
Let’s explore how we can help you map out your next steps. Ready to plan ahead? Get in touch today. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Let’s explore how we can help you map out your next steps. Ready to plan ahead? Get in touch today. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
As we look ahead to 2027, it's a great moment to reflect. What worked financially this year? What could you improve? Taking time to review your goals helps you stay on track.
Let’s explore how we can help you map out your next steps. Ready to plan ahead? Get in touch today. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Let’s explore how we can help you map out your next steps. Ready to plan ahead? Get in touch today. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
More travel? Less stress? More time with family? Retirement planning involves more than saving enough money. It's about creating a life you look forward to.
What does your ideal retirement include? Share one thing in the comments. ⬇️
If you're building toward retirement, together we can review if your financial strategy is aligned with the future you envision. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
What does your ideal retirement include? Share one thing in the comments. ⬇️
If you're building toward retirement, together we can review if your financial strategy is aligned with the future you envision. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
More travel? Less stress? More time with family? Retirement planning involves more than saving enough money. It's about creating a life you look forward to.
What does your ideal retirement include? Share one thing in the comments. ⬇️
If you're building toward retirement, together we can review if your financial strategy is aligned with the future you envision. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
What does your ideal retirement include? Share one thing in the comments. ⬇️
If you're building toward retirement, together we can review if your financial strategy is aligned with the future you envision. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Estate planning isn't only about passing on wealth. It's about helping ensure your wishes are understood and your loved ones are supported
Discussing your preferences and working with legal and tax professionals where needed can help provide greater clarity for you and your loved ones.
Reach out if you'd like to discuss strategies that could support your legacy goals.
Discussing your preferences and working with legal and tax professionals where needed can help provide greater clarity for you and your loved ones.
Reach out if you'd like to discuss strategies that could support your legacy goals.
Estate planning isn't only about passing on wealth. It's about helping ensure your wishes are understood and your loved ones are supported
Discussing your preferences and working with legal and tax professionals where needed can help provide greater clarity for you and your loved ones.
Reach out if you'd like to discuss strategies that could support your legacy goals.
Discussing your preferences and working with legal and tax professionals where needed can help provide greater clarity for you and your loved ones.
Reach out if you'd like to discuss strategies that could support your legacy goals.
Insurance isn't just about preparing for the unexpected. It's about helping protect the people, goals and plans that matter most to you.
What gives you the greatest peace of mind?
❤️ Family
🏠 Home
💼 Business
💰 Financial future
Share below, and let's discuss protection strategies tailored to your needs.
What gives you the greatest peace of mind?
❤️ Family
🏠 Home
💼 Business
💰 Financial future
Share below, and let's discuss protection strategies tailored to your needs.
Insurance isn't just about preparing for the unexpected. It's about helping protect the people, goals and plans that matter most to you.
What gives you the greatest peace of mind?
❤️ Family
🏠 Home
💼 Business
💰 Financial future
Share below, and let's discuss protection strategies tailored to your needs.
What gives you the greatest peace of mind?
❤️ Family
🏠 Home
💼 Business
💰 Financial future
Share below, and let's discuss protection strategies tailored to your needs.
Building financial confidence doesn't always require dramatic changes.
Sometimes it's as simple as automating savings, reviewing spending habits or increasing contributions by a small amount. Consistent actions can make a difference over time.
Let's talk about practical strategies that fit your lifestyle. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Sometimes it's as simple as automating savings, reviewing spending habits or increasing contributions by a small amount. Consistent actions can make a difference over time.
Let's talk about practical strategies that fit your lifestyle. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Building financial confidence doesn't always require dramatic changes.
Sometimes it's as simple as automating savings, reviewing spending habits or increasing contributions by a small amount. Consistent actions can make a difference over time.
Let's talk about practical strategies that fit your lifestyle. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Sometimes it's as simple as automating savings, reviewing spending habits or increasing contributions by a small amount. Consistent actions can make a difference over time.
Let's talk about practical strategies that fit your lifestyle. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Smith-Ford event Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Ontario Premier Doug Ford will be at an event in Calgary talking about Canada’s economic future on Monday.
Investments are one part of a broader financial strategy.
They're tools that can help support retirement, education funding, travel plans, estate goals and more.
A clear strategy starts with understanding what you're investing for in the first place.
Let's connect and discuss how your investments align with your priorities.
They're tools that can help support retirement, education funding, travel plans, estate goals and more.
A clear strategy starts with understanding what you're investing for in the first place.
Let's connect and discuss how your investments align with your priorities.
Investments are one part of a broader financial strategy.
They're tools that can help support retirement, education funding, travel plans, estate goals and more.
A clear strategy starts with understanding what you're investing for in the first place.
Let's connect and discuss how your investments align with your priorities.
They're tools that can help support retirement, education funding, travel plans, estate goals and more.
A clear strategy starts with understanding what you're investing for in the first place.
Let's connect and discuss how your investments align with your priorities.
Whether you dream of traveling, more family time, or simply slowing down. A thoughtful financial roadmap is the first step to feeling confident about your future.
What matters most to you in retirement? Tell us in the comments. We're here to listen. 👇
What matters most to you in retirement? Tell us in the comments. We're here to listen. 👇
Whether you dream of traveling, more family time, or simply slowing down. A thoughtful financial roadmap is the first step to feeling confident about your future.
What matters most to you in retirement? Tell us in the comments. We're here to listen. 👇
What matters most to you in retirement? Tell us in the comments. We're here to listen. 👇
Thought saving for a home was impossible?
Think again. The FHSA (First Home Savings Account) help makes it actually doable.
• Save faster with tax deductions
• Watch it grow tax-free
• Withdraw tax-free when ready
Are you using an FHSA? Share your story!
Think again. The FHSA (First Home Savings Account) help makes it actually doable.
• Save faster with tax deductions
• Watch it grow tax-free
• Withdraw tax-free when ready
Are you using an FHSA? Share your story!
Thought saving for a home was impossible?
Think again. The FHSA (First Home Savings Account) help makes it actually doable.
• Save faster with tax deductions
• Watch it grow tax-free
• Withdraw tax-free when ready
Are you using an FHSA? Share your story!
Think again. The FHSA (First Home Savings Account) help makes it actually doable.
• Save faster with tax deductions
• Watch it grow tax-free
• Withdraw tax-free when ready
Are you using an FHSA? Share your story!
Coverage that made sense several years ago may no longer align with your current circumstances. A new home, growing family, career change or business milestone can all affect your insurance needs.
If it's been a while since you reviewed your coverage, this may be a good time to revisit it. Let's review your current protection strategy and make sure it still fits your needs. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
If it's been a while since you reviewed your coverage, this may be a good time to revisit it. Let's review your current protection strategy and make sure it still fits your needs. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Coverage that made sense several years ago may no longer align with your current circumstances. A new home, growing family, career change or business milestone can all affect your insurance needs.
If it's been a while since you reviewed your coverage, this may be a good time to revisit it. Let's review your current protection strategy and make sure it still fits your needs. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
If it's been a while since you reviewed your coverage, this may be a good time to revisit it. Let's review your current protection strategy and make sure it still fits your needs. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
We are looking forward to a great season of Renfrew Hockey and happy to be a Proud Sponsor of the Renfrew Timberwolves and Renfrew Wolves teams. Who's your favourite player?
We are looking forward to a great season of Renfrew Hockey and happy to be a Proud Sponsor of the Renfrew Timberwolves and Renfrew Wolves teams. Who's your favourite player?
September often brings fresh routines, new schedules and a chance to reset. It's also a great time to revisit financial goals. Whether you're saving for a home, planning a family vacation or building your emergency fund.
What's one financial goal you're focusing on this fall? Let us know in the comments below. 🍂
What's one financial goal you're focusing on this fall? Let us know in the comments below. 🍂
September often brings fresh routines, new schedules and a chance to reset. It's also a great time to revisit financial goals. Whether you're saving for a home, planning a family vacation or building your emergency fund.
What's one financial goal you're focusing on this fall? Let us know in the comments below. 🍂
What's one financial goal you're focusing on this fall? Let us know in the comments below. 🍂
How will your wealth support your loved ones? We can help you create a wealth transfer strategy that aligns with your values and provides for those who matter most. Let's build a roadmap that works for your family.
Let's connect and start planning today. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Let's connect and start planning today. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
How will your wealth support your loved ones? We can help you create a wealth transfer strategy that aligns with your values and provides for those who matter most. Let's build a roadmap that works for your family.
Let's connect and start planning today. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
Let's connect and start planning today. https://advisor.sunlife.ca/ben.oakes/
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