by Rona Birenbaum BAS CFP®, CHFS | Nov 16, 2021 | In the News
Advisors say withdrawing from an RRSP early is not something clients should panic about, but they should do this cautiously with other measures in place. As some Canadians looked to make ends meet during the pandemic, accessing extra funds may have meant tapping into...
by Rona Birenbaum BAS CFP®, CHFS | Nov 2, 2021 | In the News
It’s always hard to say ‘no’ to your kids, from when they’re little and want one more bedtime story to when they’re adults looking for help to pay the rent, buy a car or purchase their first home. With less job stability, the rising cost of living and skyrocketing...
by Rona Birenbaum BAS CFP®, CHFS | Oct 29, 2021 | Musings, We Think You Might Enjoy...
If you’ve ever tried to convey disbelief in your electronic communications, you may have used the GIF known as Blinking Guy. The guy behind the GIF is California-based Drew Scanlon. Here he explains how the GIF came to be, and how he has used it to raise $154,000 for...
by Rona Birenbaum BAS CFP®, CHFS | Oct 5, 2021 | In the News
If your paycheque needs a little oomph, now may be the time to look for a new gig. Changing jobs is always a chance to ratchet up your compensation, but the current labour market may be a historical opportunity to net a big pay bump. Full Article >
by Rona Birenbaum BAS CFP®, CHFS | Oct 5, 2021 | In the News
When it comes to deciding whether or not private school is the right choice for your child, parents may be overwhelmed by the financial considerations. Financial experts say that the smart way to evaluate this choice is to look at it from a holistic and long-term...