Wilmot George , CFP, TEP, CLU, CHS, is vice-president, Tax, Retirement and Estate Planning at CI Investments. Wilmot can be contacted at wgeorge@ci.com.
Wilmot George , CFP, TEP, CLU, CHS, is vice-president, Tax, Retirement and Estate Planning at CI Investments. Wilmot can be contacted at wgeorge@ci.com.
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More on pension income splitting for the year of death
Tips for serving clients of all ages
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If your business-owner client uses these trusts, special planning is required
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Tax consequences associated with policy loan transactions
Industry research can make advisors feel vulnerable. Use that feeling as a call to action.
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