Halloween is a night for spooky things. Some adults would say, it’s a bit like the tax filing deadline. There are few things that can terrify even the bravest of us as much. When a new client comes to your door, keep this in mind. You have the potential to turn terror into, well fun. It’s true! Think about it. . .
It’s Leap Year 2020, and it's a day that only comes around once every four years. So, do something remarkable with your education by gaining new credentials to earn a second or independent income, or shore up the skills in your independent practice. But hurry! Take advantage of our Leap Year tuition offer by February 29 to save $595 on any two certificate courses. Our graduates share insights on our four recommended areas of specialization that they believe are Leap Year worthy.
Are financial professionals having the conversations required to prepare clients for Black Swan events that could dramatically change balance sheet valuations? That requires acuity – a sharpness of thought and vision - the theme of this year’s Distinguished Advisor Conference in Niagara Falls, October 28-30. We are now inviting proposals on topics to be delivered by sponsors and partners to the event. Here’s why you should join us.
Did you know about 5 million people in the world have birthdays every four years on a Leap Year? Rumor has it they also have very special powers! With February 29, 2020 just around the corner, we are pleased to share some fun facts about Leap Year with you, along with some special powers to take advantage of our Leap Year Tuition Special, which ends (you guessed it) on February 29!
RSVP now to attend Canada’s premiere and longest running strategic conference for professionals in the tax, bookkeeping and financial services and lock in low tuition rates available to you - our very best clients - before the end of this month. But hurry, those rates will rise on March 1, and as always, you are welcome to custom-design your payment plan.
Filing a tax return is the first (and often most important) financial transaction of the year for most Canadian families. While Canadians love their tax refunds, they won’t start flowing this year until March, as CRA won’t accept your E-filed returns until Monday, February 24 and refunds likely won’t flow until at least March this year. Reality check: tax refunds are a poor financial planning strategy.
Best-selling author Doug Nelson, CFP, CLU, MFA™, RWM™, CIM, is a 27-year veteran of the financial services industry in Canada with a singular vision for his readers: Don’t just “do” retirement…instead “Master Your Retirement”! And he has some upbeat advice for those still worried about the one big question all retirees have.