This Month’s Poll
Do you agree with the government’s plan to introduce the new Canada Groceries Essentials Benefit (CGEB)?How to Withdraw Money from an RESP
Just over 2 million Canadians are enrolled in post-secondary schools in Canada and about half of them incur debt to get through school. According to a recent survey by Maclean's magazine, nearly two thirds of them don't have an RESP. Fortunately, at least a third of them do. Here's how withdrawals from an RESP work:
The Distinguished Advisor Conference Explores Economic Resilience in Uncertain Times
Is the next recession just around the corner? This week, as G7 leaders grappled* with both jittery stock markets and potential recessionary winds, the talented speakers at the 16th annual Distinguished Advisor Conference (DAC) are preparing to challenge financial advisors to consider how resilient their clients’ financial affairs will be in this time of political and economic uncertainty.
DAC Delegate in the News: Michelle Crouse, Wealth Advisor
Michelle Crouse, Wealth Advisor and regular attendee of the Distinguished Advisor Conference (DAC) shares some of the highlights and provides insight on how learning from the DAC speakers has helped her in her practice.
A New Way to Pay: E-Transfer at Knowledge Bureau
We are pleased to offer our current and prospective students a new way to pay for their tuition fees with Knowledge Bureau, and avoid expensive credit card fees. E-Transfer is now an available payment option for online studies or in-class add-ons. It’s a convenient option to help you keep credit card balances down, too.
Expanding Economic Opportunity: The Numbers Point to a Shared Solution
What is the best way for all Canadians to maximize their “economic opportunity” to build wealth? It’s a topic that is increasingly receiving attention both here and in the United States. Good jobs and a minimum income is an important solution, but it’s not the only one. Access to education is critical, too.
Tax Reform Needed: The Numbers Tell the Story
The ideals of a top-notch tax system include fairness, equity, simplicity, compliance and ultimately affordability. Are Canadians – across all provinces – experiencing these ideals? It’s a question that is often contemplated by university graduates in deciding where they want to build their careers, as well as executives, business owners and retirees, who consider moving to lower taxed jurisdictions as part of their year end tax planning. Advisors may be called upon to help make those decisions.
