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Purpose-driven Retirement Needs a Financial Strategy
Today’s retirees, and those of tomorrow, have had a sense of purpose their entire lives – and they don’t intend...
Investment Lessons from 2020
As the year draws to a close, it’s fair to say that we’ve all learned something about the social, political,...
Time for New Year’s Resolutions
It's time to make a fresh start – and one way to do that is to make some New Year’s...
Are You a Mindful Investor?
Recently, we’ve seen an increased interest in mindfulness, although the concept itself is thousands of years old. Essentially, being mindful...
Don’t Let Fears Drive Your Investments
First, the coronavirus rocked the financial markets. Then, oil prices dropped more than 20 percent after a breakdown in OPEC...
How Safe is your home?
Peel Regional Police recently had help catching a burglar from home video surveillance. The suspect was arrested for multiple home...
Create Strategies to Help Achieve Your Financial Goals
Like most people, you probably have many financial goals: a comfortable retirement, long vacations, post-secondary education for your children or...
The day when you just can’t…
There are several different legal provisions that allow you to delegate the administration of your property and your health care...
Caregivers Must Care (Financially) For Themselves
If you’re a caregiver, possibly for a loved one dealing with an illness, you’re probably already facing some significant emotional...
When is the best time for a career change?
And what’s the best way to handle it? A few guideposts to maximize the chances of success during a professional...
Investing $250 for a $43,000 Return
Researchers at the University of Waterloo’s Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation say homeowners can protect themselves against the increasing risk...
PenFinancial donates $20,000 to kick off this winter’s Socks for Change Program
In a partnership that represents a shared mission of helping the vulnerable and impoverished people of Niagara, Socks for Change...
Gift giving that gives back
With the holidays fast approaching, it’s hard to know exactly how this year’s festivities will play out. Whatever your plans,...
Ideas For Thanking Your Family
Although 2020 may have been a difficult year for you, as it has been for many people, you can probably...
Protect Your Finances from “Cyberthieves”
You’ve no doubt heard reports of personal data being stolen and used for financial fraud – anything from online shopping...
Do you know your mutual funds?
When it comes to investing, mutual funds are a very popular choice: as of last August 31, Canadians were holding...
Lessons Learned from Experienced Investors
Those who have lived a long time have done a lot, seen a lot – and can teach us a...
Life insurance strategies for entrepreneurs
While life insurance is a relevant form of protection for a great number of people, it can be especially vital...
#AskTheExpert: Financial markets and U.S. elections
On Tuesday November 3rd, 2020, U.S. citizens will be electing their next president. What influence could an event like that...
I have noticed that my neighbour has a couple of dead/dying trees in his backyard. Who’s insurance pays if his tree falls on my building?
This is a timely question. A small beetle called the Emerald Ash Borer has migrated across Ontario from Windsor up...
Is Your Portfolio “Healthy”?
If you can exercise regularly, you’ll help yourself feel better, control your weight and even reduce the chances of developing...
What Does an Unplanned Career Transition Mean for You?
The COVID-19 pandemic has unsettled the country’s employment picture for months and will likely continue to do so for a...
In your last article, you talked about Cyber Insurance and the need for it. How else do I protect my data?
Purchasing Cyber Insurance is one way to help manage your costs after a cyber attack or data breach. The options...
Estate Plans Can Help You Answer Questions About the Future
The word “estate” conjures images of great wealth, which may be one of the reasons so many people don’t develop...
Tune Out News During Stressful Times
Your phone dings. Another news alert. Do you reach for your phone immediately, eager to see the latest update? While...
Create Strategies to Help Achieve Your Financial Goals
Like most people, you probably have many financial goals: a comfortable retirement, long vacations, post-secondary education for your children or...
ASK THE EXPERT with Aaron Dean, Mortgage Broker
Are you considering refinancing your mortgage during the pandemic? Here is what you need to know: There are several reasons...
Labour Day: Make Investments Work as Hard as You Do
Labour Day is almost here. Of course, this year, the holiday may have a different impact, given the employment-related stress...
Should you buy a new home during COVID-19?
Is now the right time to buy a home? Usually, April comes around and the time known as “home-buying season”...
What is Cyber Insurance and does my business really need it?
Cyber Insurance generally covers the costs, up to a specified limit, of dealing with the expenses associated with an electronic...
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