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When a client request raises red flags

Thorough KYC lays the groundwork for advisory action

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Empathy with clients led to more pandemic stress for female advisors: study

A high degree of empathy can also lead to burnout, the paper said

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Tips for surviving next year’s RRSP season

If you've been overwhelmed over the past month, two financial advisors offer ideas for improving your experience in 2023

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RRSP season offers opportunity to fill client knowledge gaps

Retirement topics to discuss include taxes, insurance, income, IG poll suggests

  • By: Staff
  • February 10, 2022 February 10, 2022
  • 14:47
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Cash flow and emergency funds a vital part of financial planning

Clients are worried about not meeting their retirement goals, but a cushion can provide comfort

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DIY investor’s windfall requires unique advice

How do you convince a successful gambler and Bitcoin investor that he needs an advisor?

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Client Confidential: Ronald Derrickson

An entrepreneur shares how he built his wealth

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Efficient work isn’t always the most effective

Building trust remotely is still a challenge

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Wealth, risk – it’s all about perception

How clients perceive their wealth relative to others affects their risk tolerance

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Which tech tool has been the biggest lifesaver for your business?

We asked three advisors

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What’s new in wealth tech?

Fintech partners are helping advisors manage investments, planning and compliance

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Pandemic accelerates wealth management industry’s “war for talent”

Employees everywhere are rethinking work. Advisors are no exception.

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Does your marketing mislead clients?

The client-focused reforms put advisor titles and awards under scrutiny

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Helping clients make decisions in tumultuous times

For clients making life changes during Covid-19, advisors are providing clarity

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Don’t let FOMO from social media affect your investing decisions, experts say

While not a new phenomenon, "social media puts FOMO on steroids,'' Neil Gross says

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Inflation lessons from history

It’s time to stress-test client portfolios

  • By: Jim Otar
  • December 17, 2021 December 17, 2021
  • 11:17
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Younger investors more likely to drop advisors, embrace DIY investing

The appetite for professional financial advice breaks sharply along generational lines

Serious looking couple, ages 40-55, receives financial advice.

As omicron looms, ‘weary’ clients may need some TLC

Emotions can run high amid quick corrections, advisor says

  • By: Katie Keir
  • December 2, 2021 December 2, 2021
  • 15:03
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Effective planning includes updating beneficiary designations

At FP Canada's ethics session, financial planners were urged to proactively address client changes

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Help investors beat FOMO

An OSC Dialogue panellist highlighted the need for investor coaching

  • By: Katie Keir
  • November 24, 2021 November 24, 2021
  • 16:49
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How advisors can help build clients’ confidence

Investors may require more holistic and thoughtful advice than ever before

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How to better serve a diverse clientele

A panel at FP Canada's conference suggested ways to overcome the barriers some clients face

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Addressing the fears and “custom” needs of millennials

A report examines how financial planners can connect with the next generation of investors

  • By: Katie Keir
  • November 9, 2021 November 9, 2021
  • 15:42
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Gen Z focused on saving, budgeting in face of pandemic setbacks: survey

Despite concerns around debt and budgeting, most are feeling optimistic about their financial futures

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Childhood experiences with money still affect many Canadians: report

New research finds money fears and anxieties linger from childhood

  • By: Staff
  • November 9, 2021 November 9, 2021
  • 12:26