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Balancing home-buying dreams with financial realities
One of the first thing Rampersad does when she works with a client looking to purchase their first home is help them register a First Home Savings Account (FHSA), which allows clients to reduce their taxation on their first home purchase.

More than half of Canadians expect to care for aging parents, but most are not prepared
More than half of Canadians expect to care for aging parents, but most are not prepared. The costs of caregiving – such as day-to-day expenses, healthcare, long-term care, in-home care, and home upkeep - can add significant burden to finances with most poll participants reporting at least $5,800 in out of pocket expenses annually, but as much as $25,000 for some.

Mortgage-free retirement? Not so for 29% of soon-to-be retirees - National | Globalnews.ca
For nearly a third of soon-to-be-retired Canadians, living a mortgage-free retirement may not be on the cards for at least a few years, a new report says.
What happens when you withdraw money from your RRSP early?
1. You’ll miss out on the advantages of compound interest.
2. You'll have to pay tax on your RRSP withdrawals.
3. You’ll permanently lose RRSP contribution room.
If you need cash to deal with an unexpected expense, reach out and we can figure out the right strategy for you.
1. You’ll miss out on the advantages of compound interest.
2. You'll have to pay tax on your RRSP withdrawals.
3. You’ll permanently lose RRSP contribution room.
If you need cash to deal with an unexpected expense, reach out and we can figure out the right strategy for you.
How can you keep your financial goals on track during a market downturn? Start by asking yourself these three questions:
1. Have my financial goals changed?
2. Do I have a diversified portfolio?
3. How comfortable am I with risk?
You may be better off staying the course and sticking to your original plan if: Your goals haven't changed, and You have a diversified portfolio. Remember, history tells us that markets grow over the long term. Still worried? Let’s chat.
1. Have my financial goals changed?
2. Do I have a diversified portfolio?
3. How comfortable am I with risk?
You may be better off staying the course and sticking to your original plan if: Your goals haven't changed, and You have a diversified portfolio. Remember, history tells us that markets grow over the long term. Still worried? Let’s chat.

To the ones who make love feel like a home - Happy Mother's Day. Today we celebrate your strength, your kindness, and the endless ways you show up every day! 🌷💐💘💖
#HappyMothersDay #SunLife #FinancialPlanner #yyc
#HappyMothersDay #SunLife #FinancialPlanner #yyc

Why the sky-high price of groceries may be starting to stabilize
A food economist is expecting more stability through the summer months with the next update from Statistics Canada coming on May 20.

Economist says Canadian grocery prices may level off
An economist says Canadians may see grocery prices ease as supply picks up, demand cools, and a stronger dollar and paused tariffs help.

The costs to own a car in Canada are rapidly rising, in addition to tariffs - National | Globalnews.ca
The costs involved in car ownership continue to rise at a rapid rate, and U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs could create a snowball effect.
Living with diabetes can come with various challenges, including getting life insurance with affordable premiums.
Sun Life Term Insurance for Diabetes can provide an insurance solution for Canadians living with diabetes, giving them the peace of mind knowing that their loved ones are protected.
Reach out to discuss your options and set up an insurance plan that helps meet your needs.
Sun Life Term Insurance for Diabetes can provide an insurance solution for Canadians living with diabetes, giving them the peace of mind knowing that their loved ones are protected.
Reach out to discuss your options and set up an insurance plan that helps meet your needs.
Do you have an estate plan? If not, it may be time to create one. Estate planning is complex and more than just simply handing down your assets to the next generation. Let's make sure you have a plan that you and your family can count on.

Canadians cutting spending, delaying purchases amid tariff turmoil: MNP survey
A survey suggests Canadians’ outlook for their personal finances has brightened even as they’ve taken steps to cut their expenses amid economic turmoil.

The FP Wealth Survey: How much does it take to be considered wealthy in Canada?
Financial Post readers think people need a net worth of at least $5 million in order to be considered wealthy, they plan to invest about the same this year as last and their biggest regret was not starting their financial planning earlier.

Hoppy Easter from our family to yours! May your holiday weekend be filled with sunshine, smiles, and just the right amount of chocolate. 🐰💐🍫
#easter #yeg #yyc #FinancialPlanner #SunLife
#easter #yeg #yyc #FinancialPlanner #SunLife

Réno-brico | Du plancher sur les murs
🛠️ Dans le but de ralentir notre consommation, de réduire nos déchets, d’utiliser notre ingéniosité manuelle, il est possible de réparer, de récupérer et de revaloriser de la matière et d’éviter le gaspillage. Tout mérite une bonne évaluation.
Life's unpredictable. Protect your family with Sun Critical Illness Insurance and save on your first year's premiums. Adult policies get 25% back and child policies get 50%. Offer ends June 30. #FinancialSecurity #HealthInsurance
Certain terms and conditions may apply. Contact me for more information.
Certain terms and conditions may apply. Contact me for more information.
Sun Life One Plan is a simple, easy-to-follow goal-based planning tool. It gives you advanced features, such as:
- Real time tracking towards your savings goals
- Personalized strategies to help you get closer to retirement sooner
- Freedom and flexibility to make changes to your plan as life circumstances changes
Let’s find out if Sun Life One Plan is right for you.
- Real time tracking towards your savings goals
- Personalized strategies to help you get closer to retirement sooner
- Freedom and flexibility to make changes to your plan as life circumstances changes
Let’s find out if Sun Life One Plan is right for you.

Early Parkinson's symptoms often mistaken for normal aging
Parkinson's disease is often seen as a condition that primarily affects older adults. In reality, it can impact people at any age, with 10–20% of cases appearing before the age of 50, and about half of those are diagnosed before age 40,

Many Canadians are delaying filing their taxes over confusion with recent changes
Canada’s April 30 tax-filing deadline is fast approaching, but many are planning to delay filing due to confusion over recent tax changes, according to a recent survey

The Rise of Micro-Therapy: Is It The Future Of Mental Health? | Essence
Nowadays, more people are opting for micro-therapy, a shorter therapy form, instead of longer sessions. Here’s why.

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