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Kevin Greenard: The impact of variable returns

Kevin Greenard: The impact of variable returns

The variability of investment returns can have a material impact in the early years of investing. Over time, the variability of returns is smoothed out.
Kevin Greenard: Tolerance for volatility and risk

Kevin Greenard: Tolerance for volatility and risk

Two common characteristics we see with our clients that have accumulated wealth is the ability to both assume risk, and the ability to stay the course during periods of volatility.
Kevin Greenard: What to do with your locked-in pension funds

Kevin Greenard: What to do with your locked-in pension funds

These days clients may have had several careers or jobs before they retire. With each job they previously left, they may have had a group retirement plan or locked-in plans that are essentially equivalent to pension type investment accounts.
Kevin Greenard: The Greenard Group's optimal RRIF formula

Kevin Greenard: The Greenard Group's optimal RRIF formula

Discussions with our clients revolve around minimizing the amount of tax they pay over their lifetime. To start the process with clients, we let them know what their estate tax bill will be if they do nothing.
Kevin Greenard: Know your tax rates

Kevin Greenard: Know your tax rates

They say two things in life are certain: death and taxes. The goal for our clients is to help them minimize the taxes they pay over their lifetime. We map out a plan with our clients to help achieve this.
Kevin Greenard: The Greenard Group's six principles of placement

Kevin Greenard: The Greenard Group's six principles of placement

When we map out a placement plan for which investments will go into which accounts, there are many principles that we factor into our recommendations.
Kevin Greenard: What ends up in your pocket after tax

Kevin Greenard: What ends up in your pocket after tax

Not all investment income is treated the same for income tax purposes, and the difference in taxation between the types can be quite substantial. What is really important is how much ends up in your pocket after tax.
Kevin Greenard: Cash wedge strategy may add comfort in periods of volatility

Kevin Greenard: Cash wedge strategy may add comfort in periods of volatility

Kevin Greenard talks about the importance of cash within the asset allocation.
Kevin Greenard: Stock splits explained

Kevin Greenard: Stock splits explained

Stock splits can be the subject of some confusion among investors, so we wanted to delve into the mechanics of stock splits and what they mean for investors.
Kevin Greenard: Lock in your spousal loan at a rate of one per cent

Kevin Greenard: Lock in your spousal loan at a rate of one per cent

There is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for those thinking of utilizing a spousal loan strategy, but you need to act before July 1, 2022.