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Should I pay off my mortgage or invest more?
With the current low mortgage rates, I am finding a lot of my members have the same question: should I...
Building Space into your Portfolio
Richard Branson made the news as the first rocket company boss to be launched to space. Many say this breakthrough...
Working from anywhere: Tax implications and other watch outs
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, employers have embraced an environment where employees work from home. With the opportunity to...
The Power of Positive Thinking
“Change your thoughts and you can change your world.” is a well-known quote from Norman Vincent Peale’s book The Power...
Incorporation – now, later or never?
If you’re like most unincorporated small business owners, you’re likely contemplating these thorny questions: Should I incorporate? If so, when’s...
Graduating into what’s next
We’re at the tail end of graduation season, and that signals change and new beginnings. I think it’s safe to...
The Dad Voice
“Money doesn’t grow on trees.” “Waste not want not.” “What am I, made of money?” Fathers are famous for coming...
Billyard Insurance Group Launches New Branch in Oshawa!
Billyard Insurance Group (BIG) continues to be a leading force in the insurance industry, announcing the opening of an additional...
Understand the “Stress” Test
As of June 1st, uninsured mortgages must qualify at the greater of a 5.25% interest rate or the contract rate...
Is socially responsible investing more profitable?
While representing barely 1% of mutual fund assets in Canada, responsible investment funds have been gaining in popularity in recent...
Seven ideas for making the most of your income tax refund
What would you do with $27,496,909,409 if the government paid you that much during the first few months of the...
Dealing with Dementia
IG Wealth Management is a proud sponsor of the Alzheimer’s walk, and as part of that, we want to support...
Billyard Insurance Group’s Next BIG Move: National Expansion
Billyard Insurance Group (BIG) has officially launched their first national branch location in Alberta, making their mark on Western Canada....
New Business Development Team to Forge Billyard Insurance Group’s Growth Strategies
Billyard Insurance Group is gearing up to make great advancements with the introduction of their Business Development department. The newly...
Passive income: the business owner’s pet tax peeve
The tax rules for passive income that came into force two years ago can sometimes be a headache for small...
April is Tax Month
A few things to keep in mind when preparing our income tax returns. April 08, 2021 In many respects, 2020...
Billyard Insurance Group Names New Director of Technology, Anthony Guevarra
Billyard Insurance Group (BIG) continues to make strides in InsureTech with the addition of Anthony Guevarra as their Directory of...
This month’s significant number: 29
That’s Canada’s ranking on the 2021 Cost of Living Index by Country. According to the Cost of Living Index by...
Billyard Insurance Group Opens New Location in Port Perry, ON
Billyard Insurance Group (BIG) is proud to introduce their newest branch office located in Port Perry, opening its doors for...
How do different asset classes behave over time?
Not only did 2020 give investors quite a run for their money, but it also highlighted the importance of the...
Billyard Insurance Group Opens New Location in Georgetown, ON
Billyard Insurance Group (BIG) is introducing the newest addition to their branch office locations – the BIG Georgetown. The Georgetown...
When you retire abroad, who collects your taxes?
A few guidelines in case your future plans include living out your life in sunnier climes. It’s a dream cherished...
Billyard Insurance Group Welcomes Ryley Bellows as Controller
The Billyard Insurance Group (BIG) is pleased to announce that Ryley Bellows, CPA, has joined their team as Controller. Ryley...
Three strategies for enhancing your RRSP
You don’t always need to take more risks in order to increase the capital available to you in 10, 20...
Billyard Insurance Group ranked No. 2 on IBC’s Top 10 Insurance Brokerages in Canada in 2021.
Billyard Insurance Group is thrilled to announce they have placed 2nd among IBC’s Top 10 Insurance Brokerages in Canada in...
This month’s significant number: 68%
Return on the S&P 500 Index between the early-pandemic meltdown and the end of 2020. To get some idea of the...
RRSPs: Not just for retirement
How to use your retirement savings for more immediate plans. Millions of Canadians contribute to their registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs)...
How much do you know about participating life insurance?
A way to enhance a life insurance policy by incorporating an additional component. When it comes to life insurance, people...
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...
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...
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