Damian Borges, CFP, CLU®, CH.F.C.
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional
Before you begin investing, it is important to develop a plan. Patience eliminates a desire for get-rich-quick profits. No one gets rich overnight after purchasing mutual funds. However, many people will get rich investing in them over the long term …
Read moreLife insurance provides a tax-free death benefit and is a necessary component of most financial plans. Let’s look at the Top Insights on using life insurance to protect our assets and build wealth. Types Of Life Insurance Term Insurance: Term …
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Canadian Individual Tax Checklist This checklist is for organizational purposes only and should not be considered legal or professional tax advice. Always consult with a qualified Canadian tax professional (e.g., a CPA) to ensure you meet all your specific tax …
Read moreCanadian Business Tax Checklist (T2 / Self-Employed) The checklist for businesses depends on the entity type (Sole Proprietor, Partnership, or Corporation) and its fiscal year-end (FYE). 1. Key Deadlines & General Review Entity Type Tax Payment Due T2/T1 Filing Deadline …
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Estate planning is a process that allows one to determine how their assets will be distributed upon death. As we prepare to pass our lifetime assets to our heirs, there are key components of an estate plan that should be given careful consideration.
Read moreThe Living Will (or Advance Medical Directive) is a document in which you state your wishes regarding the continuance or refusal of extreme medical care, or just how much life support intervention you want prior to death as you age or if you become seriously ill.
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Stock market language refers to two predominant patterns: “bulls” and “bears.” These terms describe the prevailing market trend and can sometimes cause concern, but understanding their meaning is key to maintaining a long-term perspective. My goal is to help you …
Read moreTax Planning is Legal: Canadians can legally arrange finances to minimize income tax. Tax Issues to consider: RRIF Withdrawals: Increases your tax burden and may result in an Old Age Security (OAS) clawback. Provincial Tax Rate: Living in a high-tax-rate …
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Generative AI has fundamentally changed cybercrime. It is no longer just about technical exploits but has shifted to hyper-personalized, scalable, and psychologically manipulative fraud. The scale of financial losses is unprecedented. The 2024 Internet Crime Report from the FBI documented …
Read moreWhen establishing a financial plan involving other stakeholders, such as paying down a mortgage, develop a written plan that all parties agree on.
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