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Be Prepared For Emergencies & Opportunities

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Randy worked for a small business. When the owner died suddenly, the business accounts were frozen and it took several weeks before they could be accessed to meet payroll. Randy had trouble meeting his financial obligations and had to find a new job. Jane worked at a small company for many years. When the owner decided to retire, she offered to sell the business to Jane. As she didn't have the…

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Will I Need Long Term Care?

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Many mistakenly believe that if they need Long Term Care, either in their home or in a facility, the cost will be covered by provincial health care or other government agencies. While certain programs are available, a large portion of these costs become the responsibility of the patient or their family. John and Ellen, in their early sixties, retired. They were looking forward to traveling and…

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The Role of Luck in Your Planning

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One of the most interesting facets of the financial services industry is how so many people tend to invest their money and plan their financial affairs by chasing trends and doing what is "popular". For example, many investors like a "sure thing" and will often pile into an investment sector that is hot. As human beings we often like to see evidence first that something is coming into reality…

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Advice for Small Business Owners

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Similar to the situation of individual Canadians, small business owners must deal with a variety of financial challenges in order to grow their businesses. Besides managing issues like cash flow and assets, small businesses must also think about taxes on income. Without a doubt, tax return filing can be an intimidating experience for many business owners, but the process can be greatly simplified…

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Should You Prepare Your Own Will?

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Earl wants to control the distribution of his estate when he dies and feels that a Will is a good idea. He had heard the ads on radio and TV about do-it-yourself Wills and bought a National Legal Will Kit. The booklet he received a few weeks later contained lots of useful information. There was a Glossary of Legal Terms that helped Earl understand the language of Wills and estates. It contained a…

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