Newsletter Q4 2023
Download the PDF ADVISOR COMMENTS: Subject: Navigating the Road Ahead: A Year-End Reflection Dear Clients and Partners, As the year draws to a close, we […]
Download the PDF ADVISOR COMMENTS: Subject: Navigating the Road Ahead: A Year-End Reflection Dear Clients and Partners, As the year draws to a close, we […]
Download the PDF Advisor Commentary 4 Visuals to Remember on Your Investing Journey In a world of ever-changing markets and economic uncertainties, to effectively navigate […]
Download the PDF Advisor Commentary Investors had lots to cheer by the end of Q1 as stocks rallied, bond yields fell, central bank hiking slowed […]
Download the PDF Advisory Commentary Happy New Year Everyone! We hope that you had an enjoyable holiday season with family and friends. In an industry […]
Download the PDF Market Update Markets posted a strong rally in the first half of Q3 on the hopes that the US and Canadian Federal […]
The effects of the global pandemic, government policies and ultimately, inflationary repercussions are all facts that are admittedly impacting financial markets significantly in the short […]
Dealer Fees – Our registered dealer Investia Financial Services Inc. (formerly FundEX Investments Inc.) introduced a new annual client fee this year. You may have noticed […]
Download the PDF Market Update The first half of 2022 was one of the toughest across all asset classes in recent memory, and while markets are showing some […]
Download the PDF Uncertainty and volatility continue in the global financial markets. We believe reasons include: Rising interest rates. Inflation. Supply chain issues. Geo-political conflict. […]
Download the PDF As you most certainly are aware, longer term economic effects of the global pandemic are now clearly evident in the financial markets. […]
Download the PDF To no real surprise, stock markets have continued on their fluctuating short term ride through this week. In these times, it is […]
Download the PDF We continue to see what we call the “volatility index or VIX” increase. VIX is the ticker symbol and name for the […]
Letter of Recommendation Download the PDF What is a QROPS? A QROPS is a qualified recognised overseas pension scheme. The purpose of this scheme is […]
Download the PDF Advisor Commentary U.S., Canadian and global equities ended Q1 on a positive note, posting gains in March, but for the overall quarter, […]
Established in 1995, Perfect Timing Financial is an independent boutique Wealth Management firm located in the Financial District of Toronto. Being independent ensures our clients […]
Download the PDF Advisor Commentary Happy New Year to everyone! We hope you and your families are doing well and staying healthy. The first three […]
Written by Jamie Golombek As advisors, many of us are well versed in educating our clients about the benefits of saving for their children’s (or […]
Download the PDF Advisor Commentary AFTER several months of positive growth global equity markets declined in September. This has historically been a volatile month and in addition to that several macro-economic factors continued to cause questions for investors. Markets […]
Download the PDF Advisor Commentary 2021 promised to be truly unique for investors as we came out of a year that brought the sharpest 30% market correction followed by one of the quickest recoveries ever […]
One Year Later We hope that everyone is enjoying the spring weather and staying healthy as we enter this seemingly final push towards a return to more normal […]
Download the PDF 2020: The year that was This past year will long be remembered for the dramatic global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the equally […]
Download the PDF Nobody said the recovery would be easy. BACK TO SCHOOL: We hope that everyone enjoyed their summer and are wishing those with […]
Use this guide to identify potential financial obligations based on where you are in your financial life and understand key considerations to prioritize and accomplish […]
Tax-time for most of us means finalizing RRSP contributions. As you plan, don’t forget to review the role of Tax Free Savings Accounts. TFSAs are one of […]
These days the term ‘Mindfulness’ seems to appear everywhere you turn. From the worlds of business and finance, wellness, education, medicine, entertainment, sports, and even the […]
“What’s the secret to investing success?” It’s a difficult – if not impossible – question to answer. Investing isn’t really about secrets. It takes a […]
Insurance can protect you and your loved ones from financial loss or hardship. In case of death, your life insurance gives your beneficiary a tax-free lump-sum […]
Download the PDF Planning for business owners does not take place in a vacuum. It is part of a bigger process which leverages a number of […]
When we think about insurance, we normally think on insuring our house, car, daily health and life. They are the most well-known and the first […]
Download the PDF To keep your financial plan on track, you need to review it any time there is a significant change in your life. […]
We all know the holidays can be an expensive time of year and just like everything, if you don’t have a plan, you may end […]
Almost all assets see fluctuations in their price over time. But while price swings are a common phenomenon in most asset classes, they have become most […]
Download the PDF Success requires investment. Managing an investment portfolio can be done on your own or with the guidance of a professional advisor. As Canadians, […]
Think back to when you got your first job. If you’re like me, you probably had people telling you the first thing you must do is […]
Perfect Timing is evolving and we want to bring you the latest update. We constantly strive to deliver exceptional service focused on putting you and your family […]
Download the PDF Please use this checklist as a reference only. An experienced estate planning lawyer should always be consulted. We have a sharp team […]
After decades of growing your retirement savings in your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), the government requires you to transfer the full value of your RRSP to a […]
When planning your retirement, one thing to keep in mind is the money you can get from the government. There are a few pensions available, […]
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) allows you to invest and grow your savings tax-deferred until you retire. RRSPs have various tax advantages compared to investing outside […]
Albert Einstein said “Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. He who understands it, earns it. He who doesn’t, pays it.”
Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSA) are a terrific tool for any investor to have in their toolbelt. They can be used to save for anything you want such […]
With more options than ever for where to get your financial advice, it can be hard to cut through the noise and determine what’s best for you […]
A Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) is a tax-deferred investment account that allows families to save for their children’s post-secondary education. The account grows tax-free until the […]
Mutual Funds and Segregated Funds are professionally managed portfolios that pool investors money together to purchase a variety of investments (mainly stocks and bonds). These […]
Download the PDF In order to truly keep your finaces on track, you need to have a plan that you review regularly. There are countless reasons […]
Download the PDF Investing can feel overwhelming sometimes, right? That’s why we compiled this list with ten tips to transform you into a successful investor. […]
Download the PDF RRSP vs. Tax Free Savings Accounts: the case for using both Tax-time for most of us means finalizing RRSP contributions. As you […]
Download the PDF Isn’t it time you got a real and unbiased second opinion? Perhaps you have a chequing account with a big bank, and […]
Download the PDF Avoid the tax rush and optimize returns by investing regularly in your RSP If you only do one thing by the end […]
Download the PDF Your child’s education: RESP or informal in-trust? Both! University of Toronto estimates that one year of university costs $19,000, or$134,000 for a […]
Download the PDF What the big banks won’t tell you about mortgage insurance I read an article in a daily national newspaper recently that really […]