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At different periods of time, the stock market appears to favor one of two stock types - value stocks or growth stocks. Since the United States' 2008 market downturn, for example, the market has primarily favored growth stocks. The Canadian stock exchange has appeared to favor growth stocks in the past as well. But some big names are speculating that value stocks could be making a comeback due in part to big changes caused by the pandemic. These speculations, of course, do not guarantee performance.

Your child is getting ready to head to college. Between making sure they have their textbooks and everything needed to furnish their dorm, there are some legal documents that you should have in place. Many of these documents will be handy to have should a medical or other emergency occur and you need to make decisions on behalf of your college student.

As a parent, you know that time with your kids can go by in the blink of an eye. So whether you are preparing to send your child to kindergarten or are dealing with teenagers, it’s never too early (or too late) to start planning for their higher education. Not sure where to start? We’ve gathered some of the most common financial mistakes parents make when it comes to college planning.

You understand the importance of estate planning, but sometimes it’s a question of where to start. No matter your net worth, you need a plan set in place that can help your heirs understand your final wishes and distribute your estate properly. As you prepare to discuss with your financial advisor, here are a few tips and considerations to keep in mind.

Whether you’re selling your business, purchasing another or somewhere in between, a business valuation is the first step to determining the value of a business. Preparing for a business valuation isn’t complicated, but the calculations to determine the value of a business can be. This guide will help you prepare for a business valuation by exploring valuation options and the additional steps required to receive an accurate price. Let’s start by looking at the different evaluation methods.

Preparing a strategy that is both advantageous and tax-efficient might feel daunting at first. Thankfully, there are some things you can do now to keep from overpaying this tax season.

The Rockefellers, the Vanderbilts, the Gettys - all famous families known for their success in building and maintaining generational wealth. And while they’ve successfully passed down millions and billions of dollars to loved ones, the idea of successfully maintaining generational wealth is still considered hard to achieve today. Why? It may be due, in part, to the fact that there are assumptions people make about family wealth, some of which are not always true. Below we’re breaking down common myths regarding family wealth and the truth about generational wealth planning that every family should hear.

Divorce is not only taxing emotionally and physically, but it can take a toll on both parties financially as well. You and your spouse will need to make decisions that not only affect you right now but also in the future. When it comes to the financial impact, here are some of the biggest challenges you may experience during a divorce.

Summer is finally in full swing, meaning we’re already about halfway through 2021. After a year like no other, we’re all excited to enjoy the warm weather with friends and family. If you have some time over the coming weeks, take a moment to slow down and check up on your financial wellbeing. Here are six things you can do right away to make sure your goals are being met and your finances are in good shape before heading into the second half of 2021.

If you’ve been considering incorporating your business in Canada, it’s important that you consider the pros and cons first. You’ll also want to make sure that if you do decide to incorporate your business, you’re choosing the right time to do so. Below are several important factors regarding incorporation that could affect your future liability, tax obligations and ability to transfer your business.

Pay your taxes now. Don’t wait. Don’t defer. For many Americans there is a belief that you will retire in a lower tax bracket than when you are working. This is typically based on the advice that you can retire using 80% of your pre-retirement income. It has been my experience that this (for the most part) is false.

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