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When It comes to Investing two power emotions take over Fear and Greed... They both cloud our judgement...
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๐ ๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฅ๐ ๐๐ข๐-๐๐๐๐ซ ๐๐๐ฌ๐๐ญ: ๐๐๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ง, ๐๐๐๐จ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ, ๐๐๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐๐๐ญ...
This past long weekend brought a chance to slow down, connect with my kids, and reflect not just on family, but on the bigger picture of what truly matters.
Moments like these brings me back to what fuels everything else: ๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ ๐จ๐ ๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐, ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ฅ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ, ๐๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก ๐ญ๐จ ๐ค๐๐๐ฉ ๐ฆ๐จ๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฐ๐๐ซ๐ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง.
As we step into ๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ we find a natural midpoint, a moment to check-in with goals we set earlier this year and ask:
๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ฆ ๐ ๐ง๐จ๐ฐ, ๐๐ง๐ ๐ฐ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐จ ๐ ๐ฐ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ ๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ?
The world around us shifts constantly, markets rise and fall, headlines evolve. Investing, like in life is a journey taken mile by mile. Markets are dynamic, economics shifts can be unsettling.
๐๐ฎ๐ญ ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ก๐๐ญ ๐๐จ๐๐ฌ๐งโ๐ญ ๐๐ก๐๐ง๐ ๐:
โข The importance of staying invested.
โข The power of long-term planning
โข The value of having a clear strategy.
When you have a thoughtful strategic plan, ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎโ๐ซ๐ ๐ง๐จ๐ญ ๐ซ๐๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎโ๐ซ๐ ๐ง๐๐ฏ๐ข๐ ๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ .
Why Midyear Check-Ins Matter - Ideal for reviewing your progress, refocusing your goals, and realigning your next steps.
๐๐๐ญโ๐ฌ ๐ซ๐๐ฏ๐ข๐๐ฐ ๐ค๐๐ฒ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฌ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ฉ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ญ๐จ๐ ๐๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ:
๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ ๐๐๐ฑ๐ข๐ฆ๐ข๐ณ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ?
โข Have you topped up your TFSA or RRSP for the year?
โข Would it be more convenient to automate contributions to reduce the end-of-year pressure?
โข Is your cash flow aligned with your long-term goals?
๐๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ง ๐๐ฉ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐๐ญ๐?
โข Do you have a valid Will and Powers of Attorney?
โข Have your personal or family circumstances changed?
โข Is your plan tax-efficient, and does it reflect your legacy values.
โค๏ธ ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ง๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐๐๐ค?
โข If charitable giving is part of your values, now is the time to start thinking about year-end donations.
โข Would you benefit from tax-efficient strategies, like donating investments?
โข Is your giving aligned with what matters most to you?
โข Are you looking to make a lasting impact?
๐๐ญ๐ซ๐๐ญ๐๐ ๐ข๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ง๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐จ๐ ๐๐ข๐ง๐, ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐ข๐๐๐ง๐๐, ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ.
If any of these questions sparked something for you, Letโs connect. Letโs make the second half of the year intentional and aligned.
Have a great weekโจ
This past long weekend brought a chance to slow down, connect with my kids, and reflect not just on family, but on the bigger picture of what truly matters.
Moments like these brings me back to what fuels everything else: ๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ ๐จ๐ ๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐, ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ฅ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ, ๐๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก ๐ญ๐จ ๐ค๐๐๐ฉ ๐ฆ๐จ๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฐ๐๐ซ๐ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง.
As we step into ๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ we find a natural midpoint, a moment to check-in with goals we set earlier this year and ask:
๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ฆ ๐ ๐ง๐จ๐ฐ, ๐๐ง๐ ๐ฐ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐จ ๐ ๐ฐ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ ๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ?
The world around us shifts constantly, markets rise and fall, headlines evolve. Investing, like in life is a journey taken mile by mile. Markets are dynamic, economics shifts can be unsettling.
๐๐ฎ๐ญ ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ก๐๐ญ ๐๐จ๐๐ฌ๐งโ๐ญ ๐๐ก๐๐ง๐ ๐:
โข The importance of staying invested.
โข The power of long-term planning
โข The value of having a clear strategy.
When you have a thoughtful strategic plan, ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎโ๐ซ๐ ๐ง๐จ๐ญ ๐ซ๐๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎโ๐ซ๐ ๐ง๐๐ฏ๐ข๐ ๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ .
Why Midyear Check-Ins Matter - Ideal for reviewing your progress, refocusing your goals, and realigning your next steps.
๐๐๐ญโ๐ฌ ๐ซ๐๐ฏ๐ข๐๐ฐ ๐ค๐๐ฒ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฌ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ฉ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ญ๐จ๐ ๐๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ:
๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ ๐๐๐ฑ๐ข๐ฆ๐ข๐ณ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ?
โข Have you topped up your TFSA or RRSP for the year?
โข Would it be more convenient to automate contributions to reduce the end-of-year pressure?
โข Is your cash flow aligned with your long-term goals?
๐๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ง ๐๐ฉ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐๐ญ๐?
โข Do you have a valid Will and Powers of Attorney?
โข Have your personal or family circumstances changed?
โข Is your plan tax-efficient, and does it reflect your legacy values.
โค๏ธ ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ง๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐๐๐ค?
โข If charitable giving is part of your values, now is the time to start thinking about year-end donations.
โข Would you benefit from tax-efficient strategies, like donating investments?
โข Is your giving aligned with what matters most to you?
โข Are you looking to make a lasting impact?
๐๐ญ๐ซ๐๐ญ๐๐ ๐ข๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ง๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐จ๐ ๐๐ข๐ง๐, ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐ข๐๐๐ง๐๐, ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ.
If any of these questions sparked something for you, Letโs connect. Letโs make the second half of the year intentional and aligned.
Have a great weekโจ

Long weekends were made for this.
Lattes, laughs, mother-daughter momentsโฆand golden hour golf with my son. โโค๏ธ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ
Happy August long weekend!
Lattes, laughs, mother-daughter momentsโฆand golden hour golf with my son. โโค๏ธ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ
Happy August long weekend!

4 Behavioral Biases and How To Avoid Them
4 ๐๐๐ก๐๐ฏ๐ข๐จ๐ซ๐๐ฅ ๐๐ข๐๐ฌ๐๐ฌ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ฐ ๐๐จ ๐๐ฏ๐จ๐ข๐ ๐๐ก๐๐ฆ
A great article: Part of the Series ๐๐๐ก๐๐ฏ๐ข๐จ๐ซ๐๐ฅ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐๐ง๐๐ worth the read, trust me on this one.
๐ฉOverconfidence
๐ฉRegret
๐ฉLimited Attention Spam
๐ฉChasing Trends - this one, I often see and the hardest for many clients to detach from. It's tempting to follow the crowd, but this article reminds us:
"๐๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ ๐ฐ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐จ๐ข๐ญ ๐ฆ๐๐ซ๐ค๐๐ญ ๐ข๐ง๐๐๐๐ข๐๐ข๐๐ง๐๐ฒ, ๐ญ๐๐ค๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ซ๐๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐๐๐๐ญ๐ญ ๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐๐๐ก: ๐๐ฎ๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ก๐๐ง ๐จ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ฌ ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐๐๐ซ๐๐ฎ๐ฅ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ฌ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐ฐ๐ก๐๐ง ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ฒ'๐ซ๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐ข๐๐๐ง๐ญ. ๐ ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฐ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ซ๐๐ซ๐๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐๐ฎ๐๐๐ฌ ๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ ๐-๐ฌ๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐ ๐๐ข๐ง๐ฌ."
Investing is not about reacting to noise, it's about staying grounded in your strategy.
๐๐จ๐๐ฌ ๐ข๐ญ ๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐จ๐ง๐๐ญ๐ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ? ๐ฐ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐?
๐๐๐ญ'๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐๐๐ญ and make sure it's reflecting you, and not just moving along without a clear direction. ๐ ๐๐๐ง ๐ก๐๐ฅ๐ฉ.
https://www.investopedia.com/articles/investing/050813/4-behavioral-biases-and-how-avoid-them.asp#:~:text=4%20Behavioral%20Biases%20and%20How%20To%20Avoid%20Them
A great article: Part of the Series ๐๐๐ก๐๐ฏ๐ข๐จ๐ซ๐๐ฅ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐๐ง๐๐ worth the read, trust me on this one.
๐ฉOverconfidence
๐ฉRegret
๐ฉLimited Attention Spam
๐ฉChasing Trends - this one, I often see and the hardest for many clients to detach from. It's tempting to follow the crowd, but this article reminds us:
"๐๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ ๐ฐ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐จ๐ข๐ญ ๐ฆ๐๐ซ๐ค๐๐ญ ๐ข๐ง๐๐๐๐ข๐๐ข๐๐ง๐๐ฒ, ๐ญ๐๐ค๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ซ๐๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐๐๐๐ญ๐ญ ๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐๐๐ก: ๐๐ฎ๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ก๐๐ง ๐จ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ฌ ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐๐๐ซ๐๐ฎ๐ฅ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ฌ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐ฐ๐ก๐๐ง ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ฒ'๐ซ๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐ข๐๐๐ง๐ญ. ๐ ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฐ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ ๐ซ๐๐ซ๐๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐๐ฎ๐๐๐ฌ ๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ ๐-๐ฌ๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐ ๐๐ข๐ง๐ฌ."
Investing is not about reacting to noise, it's about staying grounded in your strategy.
๐๐จ๐๐ฌ ๐ข๐ญ ๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐จ๐ง๐๐ญ๐ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ? ๐ฐ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐?
๐๐๐ญ'๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐๐๐ญ and make sure it's reflecting you, and not just moving along without a clear direction. ๐ ๐๐๐ง ๐ก๐๐ฅ๐ฉ.
https://www.investopedia.com/articles/investing/050813/4-behavioral-biases-and-how-avoid-them.asp#:~:text=4%20Behavioral%20Biases%20and%20How%20To%20Avoid%20Them

Retirement isn't just about having enough money, its about having enough connections...Let's talk about your social portfolio...
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๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐จ๐๐ข๐๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ข๐จ ๐๐๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ฌ ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐ฌ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ก ๐๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ง๐ฏ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐ง๐.
As a financial planner, I spend a lot of time helping people build strong investment portfolios for retirement. But today, I want to talk about another kind of portfolio. ๐๐ก๐ ๐ฌ๐จ๐๐ข๐๐ฅ ๐จ๐ง๐.
This is a photo of me with three incredible women whoโve become my golf buddies, my laughter crew, and my soul sisters on the fairway. We're not just playing a game, weโre building connection, joy, and belonging. We're investing in something that no market fluctuation can take away.
As you prepare for retirement, donโt forget to ask yourself:
โข Who are the people youโll spend time with?
โข What communities will you belong to?
โข What will give you purpose, energy, and laughter?
A well-balanced retirement isn't just about your assets under management. It's about your connections, your sense of inclusion, support, and meaning. Start curating your social portfolio now. Itโs one of the best long-term investments you can make.
๐๐ง ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐จ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ ๐ก๐๐ง๐, if you need to review your current portfolio to make sure your financial plan is as strong as the life you are planning to live. ๐๐๐ญโ๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐๐๐ญ.
As a financial planner, I spend a lot of time helping people build strong investment portfolios for retirement. But today, I want to talk about another kind of portfolio. ๐๐ก๐ ๐ฌ๐จ๐๐ข๐๐ฅ ๐จ๐ง๐.
This is a photo of me with three incredible women whoโve become my golf buddies, my laughter crew, and my soul sisters on the fairway. We're not just playing a game, weโre building connection, joy, and belonging. We're investing in something that no market fluctuation can take away.
As you prepare for retirement, donโt forget to ask yourself:
โข Who are the people youโll spend time with?
โข What communities will you belong to?
โข What will give you purpose, energy, and laughter?
A well-balanced retirement isn't just about your assets under management. It's about your connections, your sense of inclusion, support, and meaning. Start curating your social portfolio now. Itโs one of the best long-term investments you can make.
๐๐ง ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐จ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ ๐ก๐๐ง๐, if you need to review your current portfolio to make sure your financial plan is as strong as the life you are planning to live. ๐๐๐ญโ๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐๐๐ญ.

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Financial Markets: When Fear and Greed Take Over
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๐๐๐ซ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ค๐ ๐๐ฏ๐๐ซ
This is a fascinating read on how emotions can hijack our decision-making during times of market volitility. Its part of a powerful series on ๐๐๐ก๐๐ฏ๐ข๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐ฅ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐๐ง๐๐, which I'll be sharing more of in the coming weeks.
Worth the read, especially if you've ever wondered why you react the way you do when it comes to investing.
"๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ค๐๐๐ฐ๐๐ฒ๐ฌ:
๐Letting emotions govern investment behavior often leads to irrational decision-making that can cost you dearly.
๐It's usually best to ignore the trend at the momentโwhether bullish or bearishโand stick to a long-term plan based on sound fundamentals.
๐It's also critical to understand how risk-sensitive you are and to set your asset allocations accordingly when fear and greed grip the market."
๐๐ญ ๐ข๐ญ ๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐จ๐ง๐๐ญ๐๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ. ๐๐๐ญ'๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐๐๐ญ. ๐ ๐๐๐ง ๐ก๐๐ฅ๐ฉ ๐ฆ๐๐ค๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ, ๐ง๐จ๐ญ ๐๐๐๐ซ.
https://www.investopedia.com/articles/01/030701.asp#:~:text=just%20two%20emotions%3A-,fear%20and%20greed.,-Although%20this%20is
This is a fascinating read on how emotions can hijack our decision-making during times of market volitility. Its part of a powerful series on ๐๐๐ก๐๐ฏ๐ข๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐ฅ ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐๐ง๐๐, which I'll be sharing more of in the coming weeks.
Worth the read, especially if you've ever wondered why you react the way you do when it comes to investing.
"๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ค๐๐๐ฐ๐๐ฒ๐ฌ:
๐Letting emotions govern investment behavior often leads to irrational decision-making that can cost you dearly.
๐It's usually best to ignore the trend at the momentโwhether bullish or bearishโand stick to a long-term plan based on sound fundamentals.
๐It's also critical to understand how risk-sensitive you are and to set your asset allocations accordingly when fear and greed grip the market."
๐๐ญ ๐ข๐ญ ๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐จ๐ง๐๐ญ๐๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ. ๐๐๐ญ'๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐๐๐ญ. ๐ ๐๐๐ง ๐ก๐๐ฅ๐ฉ ๐ฆ๐๐ค๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ, ๐ง๐จ๐ญ ๐๐๐๐ซ.
https://www.investopedia.com/articles/01/030701.asp#:~:text=just%20two%20emotions%3A-,fear%20and%20greed.,-Although%20this%20is
The world has evolved, economies shifts constantly, industries transform and Innovation moves faster than ever.
Has your portfolio has kept up?
Has your portfolio has kept up?
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๐๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ง๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐๐ค๐๐ง๐๐
Hiking is one of my favourite ways to recharge. It clears my mind, lifts my spirit, and keeps me grounded. On this Canada Day, I invite you to do something that brings you joy whether itโs time in nature, a moment of stillness, or simply doing something you love.
This photo was taken during a hike at Mono Cliffs Provincial Park in Ontario, a memory that still reminds me how lucky we are to have access to such breathtaking natural spaces.
Wishing you a joyful, safe, and restorative ๐๐๐ง๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ฒ ๐
Hiking is one of my favourite ways to recharge. It clears my mind, lifts my spirit, and keeps me grounded. On this Canada Day, I invite you to do something that brings you joy whether itโs time in nature, a moment of stillness, or simply doing something you love.
This photo was taken during a hike at Mono Cliffs Provincial Park in Ontario, a memory that still reminds me how lucky we are to have access to such breathtaking natural spaces.
Wishing you a joyful, safe, and restorative ๐๐๐ง๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ฒ ๐

Let's take a moment to celebrate the men who help build not just businesses, but strong families and communities, with their love, strength and quiet resilience.
Happy Fathers Day.๐
Happy Fathers Day.๐

Mortgage-free retirement? Not so for 29% of soon-to-be retirees - National | Globalnews.ca
โThis generation is far more likely to have carried mortgage balances that would have been unimaginable to their parents or grandparents,โ said Phil Soper, CEO of Royal LePage.
โOur research confirms they are also much more likely to have provided financial assistance to their children to assist in their home ownership dreams,โ
โDownsizing in retirement is far from a given. For many homeowners, the decision to stay put or move to a smaller property is influenced by a combination of economic realities, lifestyle needs, and personal attachments,โ
As I read this article, I am reminded how essential is to ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐ง ๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐ซ๐๐ญ๐ข๐ซ๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ, no matter where you are in your journey. What's clear is this: there is no๐จ๐ง๐-๐ฌ๐ข๐ณ๐-๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฌ-๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐๐๐ก. But with proper planning and the right guidance, you can design a retirement strategy that supports your values, lifestyle, and long-term peace of mind; even in you are still carrying a mortgage.
Take a moment to read this article and reflect: what does your ideal retirement look like, and are you on track to get there?
๐๐๐ญ'๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐๐๐ญ so we can find the right course of action tailored to your goals, mortgage or not.
Have a great dayโ๏ธ
โOur research confirms they are also much more likely to have provided financial assistance to their children to assist in their home ownership dreams,โ
โDownsizing in retirement is far from a given. For many homeowners, the decision to stay put or move to a smaller property is influenced by a combination of economic realities, lifestyle needs, and personal attachments,โ
As I read this article, I am reminded how essential is to ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐ง ๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐ซ๐๐ญ๐ข๐ซ๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ, no matter where you are in your journey. What's clear is this: there is no๐จ๐ง๐-๐ฌ๐ข๐ณ๐-๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฌ-๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐๐๐ก. But with proper planning and the right guidance, you can design a retirement strategy that supports your values, lifestyle, and long-term peace of mind; even in you are still carrying a mortgage.
Take a moment to read this article and reflect: what does your ideal retirement look like, and are you on track to get there?
๐๐๐ญ'๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐๐๐ญ so we can find the right course of action tailored to your goals, mortgage or not.
Have a great dayโ๏ธ

58% of Ontario workers say retirement planning includes considering physical, mental health: survey
Retirement is not Just About Money.
More than half (58 per cent) of Ontario employees say retirement planning includes thinking about physical and mental well-being. It's a remainder that financial planning is only one part of the equation.
To Truly thrive in your next chapter, you need a strong ๐๐จ๐๐ข๐๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ข๐จ, one that keeps you active, connected and inspired to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
This article highlights what people are thinking about when planning for retirement.
Where are you in your journey? How are you planning your Social Portfolio?
๐ ๐ฐ๐จ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฏ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ก๐๐๐ซ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ญ๐ก๐จ๐ฎ๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฌ.
More than half (58 per cent) of Ontario employees say retirement planning includes thinking about physical and mental well-being. It's a remainder that financial planning is only one part of the equation.
To Truly thrive in your next chapter, you need a strong ๐๐จ๐๐ข๐๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ข๐จ, one that keeps you active, connected and inspired to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
This article highlights what people are thinking about when planning for retirement.
Where are you in your journey? How are you planning your Social Portfolio?
๐ ๐ฐ๐จ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฏ๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ก๐๐๐ซ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ญ๐ก๐จ๐ฎ๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฌ.

Ontario 2025 budget: Highlights from bike lanes to alcohol revenue and housing | Globalnews.ca
Ontario has tabled its 2025 budget, outlining its spending plans for the next year in an economy dominated by tariffs from the United States. The annual document gives an indication of the health of the provinceโs economy and includes major and minor policy announcements from the government.

Wills, Care And Tough Talks: A Motherโs Day Financial Planning Guide
Are you ready for the legacy you want to leave behind?
It starts with difficult and honest conversations, and the right documents in place.
"Key Documents Every Family Needs
Thereโs near-unanimous agreement among experts on what paperwork to prioritize to make sure a family memberโs care and finances are taken care of, should they be unable to attend to them themselves, which includes:
A durable power of attorney (POA) for financial decisions
A health care proxy or advance directive
A last will and testament or a living trust
A living will or POLST (Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment)
A letter of instruction and a complete asset inventory
Updated beneficiary designations on life insurance policies and retirement accounts"
It's not about age or wealth. It's about being intentional with your legacy.
If you are unsure where to start. I can help. Let's make sure the legacy your leave is one of clarity, not confusion.
Let's connect.
Read the full article for more interesting information on the importance of Estate Planning.
Have a great dayโ๏ธ
It starts with difficult and honest conversations, and the right documents in place.
"Key Documents Every Family Needs
Thereโs near-unanimous agreement among experts on what paperwork to prioritize to make sure a family memberโs care and finances are taken care of, should they be unable to attend to them themselves, which includes:
A durable power of attorney (POA) for financial decisions
A health care proxy or advance directive
A last will and testament or a living trust
A living will or POLST (Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment)
A letter of instruction and a complete asset inventory
Updated beneficiary designations on life insurance policies and retirement accounts"
It's not about age or wealth. It's about being intentional with your legacy.
If you are unsure where to start. I can help. Let's make sure the legacy your leave is one of clarity, not confusion.
Let's connect.
Read the full article for more interesting information on the importance of Estate Planning.
Have a great dayโ๏ธ


Navigating the impact of US tariffs on investments - Potential Market Impacts.
๐Increased Volatility: markets may experience short-term fluctuations as industries adjust to the new trade policies.
๐Sector specific effects: energy, manufacturing agricultural sectors are likely to feel the most pressure due to the increased costs and supply chain disruptions.
I๐nflationary pressures: higher import costs may be passed on to consumers leading to rising inflation.
Investors Strategies for Uncertain Markets
โ๏ธDiversification is Key - A well diversified portfolio across multiple asset classes can help mitigate risks associated with trade policy shifts.
โ๏ธImplementing a Tactical-Approach to your portfolio - Advantages of Tactical Investments:
โก๏ธFlexibility in Market Shifts: Tactical asset allocation allows portfolio managers to adjust investments in response to evolving market conditions, helping to optimize risk-adjusted returns.
โก๏ธOpportunity -Driven Investing: Tactical strategies enable investors to capitalize on short-term opportunities while still maintaining a long-term investment framework.
โก๏ธRisk Management: By adjusting asset allocation dynamically, tactical investing helps protect against downside risks during market uncertainty.
โ๏ธMaintain a long-term perspective โ Do not let your emotions get on the way.
short term volatility is inevitable, but historical trends show that markets tend to stabilize overtime. Staying invested with a discipline approach can help capitalize on opportunities that emerge from policy changes. While tariffs introduced uncertainty, they also create opportunities.
Do not let your emotions dictate the direction of your investments. Emotional investing often leads to buying at market peaks and selling at lows, negatively impacting long-term returns.
If you are wondering whether your portfolio is positioned to succeed in these market conditions, reach out. Letโs review your strategy and explore ways to keep you on track.
๐Increased Volatility: markets may experience short-term fluctuations as industries adjust to the new trade policies.
๐Sector specific effects: energy, manufacturing agricultural sectors are likely to feel the most pressure due to the increased costs and supply chain disruptions.
I๐nflationary pressures: higher import costs may be passed on to consumers leading to rising inflation.
Investors Strategies for Uncertain Markets
โ๏ธDiversification is Key - A well diversified portfolio across multiple asset classes can help mitigate risks associated with trade policy shifts.
โ๏ธImplementing a Tactical-Approach to your portfolio - Advantages of Tactical Investments:
โก๏ธFlexibility in Market Shifts: Tactical asset allocation allows portfolio managers to adjust investments in response to evolving market conditions, helping to optimize risk-adjusted returns.
โก๏ธOpportunity -Driven Investing: Tactical strategies enable investors to capitalize on short-term opportunities while still maintaining a long-term investment framework.
โก๏ธRisk Management: By adjusting asset allocation dynamically, tactical investing helps protect against downside risks during market uncertainty.
โ๏ธMaintain a long-term perspective โ Do not let your emotions get on the way.
short term volatility is inevitable, but historical trends show that markets tend to stabilize overtime. Staying invested with a discipline approach can help capitalize on opportunities that emerge from policy changes. While tariffs introduced uncertainty, they also create opportunities.
Do not let your emotions dictate the direction of your investments. Emotional investing often leads to buying at market peaks and selling at lows, negatively impacting long-term returns.
If you are wondering whether your portfolio is positioned to succeed in these market conditions, reach out. Letโs review your strategy and explore ways to keep you on track.

Navigating Uncertainty with Confidence is the key
I have been away this last week celebrating my daughterโs wedding, and in that short time, the world seems to have turned upside down. Events are unfolding rapidly, markets are reacting, and uncertainty is everywhere.
Over the past decade and for the last 26 years, Iโve had the privilege of guiding clients like you through all kinds of market cyclesโsome smooth, some turbulent, but always with a steadfast commitment to your financial well-being. Throughout major economic, political, and market events, one thing has remained constant: I have been here for youโas a source of stability, insight, and support.
This time is no different. While uncertainty can create anxiety, I believe that staying informed, remaining disciplined, and not overreacting are key to long-term success. Thatโs why, in the days, weeks, and however long these challenges last, my team and I are committed to keeping you updated with:
โ Market insights and analysis to help you make well-informed decisions
โ Updates on how portfolio managers are positioning portfolios to navigate volatility
โ Timely content and resources through LinkedIn, our website, and other channels
My team and I are here for you. Whether you need guidance, reassurance, or just a conversation about the road ahead, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Now more than ever, itโs important to keep a long-term perspective, stay the course and trust in the process.
Enloy your weekend.
I have been away this last week celebrating my daughterโs wedding, and in that short time, the world seems to have turned upside down. Events are unfolding rapidly, markets are reacting, and uncertainty is everywhere.
Over the past decade and for the last 26 years, Iโve had the privilege of guiding clients like you through all kinds of market cyclesโsome smooth, some turbulent, but always with a steadfast commitment to your financial well-being. Throughout major economic, political, and market events, one thing has remained constant: I have been here for youโas a source of stability, insight, and support.
This time is no different. While uncertainty can create anxiety, I believe that staying informed, remaining disciplined, and not overreacting are key to long-term success. Thatโs why, in the days, weeks, and however long these challenges last, my team and I are committed to keeping you updated with:
โ Market insights and analysis to help you make well-informed decisions
โ Updates on how portfolio managers are positioning portfolios to navigate volatility
โ Timely content and resources through LinkedIn, our website, and other channels
My team and I are here for you. Whether you need guidance, reassurance, or just a conversation about the road ahead, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Now more than ever, itโs important to keep a long-term perspective, stay the course and trust in the process.
Enloy your weekend.

Complexity to Simplicityโ It's not just what I do, It's my purpose in life.
Yesterday, my dear friend @Tracy Smith asked me an interesting question: What do you like that most people donโt? It got me thinking, and I realized one of my greatest strengths is my love for numbersโparticularly working with Excel.
I thrive on taking raw data and transforming it into something meaningful and impactful for people. Itโs not just about simplifying complexity; itโs about helping you create Wealth today so you can build a Legacy for Tomorrow.
Thanks, Mark Halpern, for the inspiration todayโit reminded me why I do what I do.
Curious about how I can help you connect the dots? Letโs start a conversation.
#WealthToday #LegacyTomorrow #Simplicity #FinancialFreedom
Yesterday, my dear friend @Tracy Smith asked me an interesting question: What do you like that most people donโt? It got me thinking, and I realized one of my greatest strengths is my love for numbersโparticularly working with Excel.
I thrive on taking raw data and transforming it into something meaningful and impactful for people. Itโs not just about simplifying complexity; itโs about helping you create Wealth today so you can build a Legacy for Tomorrow.
Thanks, Mark Halpern, for the inspiration todayโit reminded me why I do what I do.
Curious about how I can help you connect the dots? Letโs start a conversation.
#WealthToday #LegacyTomorrow #Simplicity #FinancialFreedom

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