Joshua Bacchus, CPA, CFP®, CLU®
A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional, Mortgage Agent Level 1
A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional, Mortgage Agent Level 1
Imagine moving into your new home, only to receive a massive bill from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) months later demanding tens of thousands of dollars. It sounds impossible—especially if your lawyer gave the green light and your title search …
Read moreInvestor risk is part of life: Geopolitics, macro- and microeconomics, corporate banking, and national solvency pose a significant financial risk to the world’s capital markets. Massive debt held collectively by individuals, companies, or sovereign nations can indirectly affect currencies, bond …
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For many retirees, the transition from saving to spending brings a surprising challenge: excess income. Once you convert your RRSP to a Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) by age 71, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) mandates a minimum annual withdrawal. …
Read morePeople behave according to their mindset. Some mindsets can keep you from putting your money to work, which you can do by buying equity investments such as equity investment funds. Psychological fear can also keep you from investing. Here are …
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If you do the mathematics on the internal rate of return that can be received tax-free on Term to 100 life insurance policies, you quickly learn that developing a death benefit for your estate can be an effective tax tool.
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Navigating the TFSA and RRSP landscapes can be tricky, especially with “re-contribution” traps. Here is the detailed breakdown of the rules, the historical limits, and why the TFSA is often the superior choice for large, one-time withdrawals. TFSA Contribution & …
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A Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) can continue providing tax advantages after death, but the outcome depends on who inherits the account. If you name your spouse or common-law partner as the successor holder, they automatically become the new account holder …
Read moreUpdated for 2027 What are some differences between a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)? The tax benefits of the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) The TFSA is a registered savings account that allows Canadian taxpayers …
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You are permitted to contribute to your RRSP up until December 31 of the year in which you turn 71, at which point your RRSP must be closed. This deadline is firm — missing it means the entire balance is …
Read moreMortgage brokers are valuable mediators in the Canadian mortgage market, offering distinct advantages for both new homebuyers and those undergoing mortgage renewal. Multiple Lender Access: Mortgage brokers work with numerous lenders, such as major banks, credit unions, mortgage finance companies, …
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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 moreMany people get caught up timing the market, when influenced by either of the two emotions, greed or fear. Here’s why this never works.
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A mortgage payment generally consists of several components: the mortgage principal and interest, property taxes and mortgage life insurance.
Read moreStart-up firms and smaller companies are especially vulnerable to potentially devastating financial risk because they often lack big company sophistication and in-house risk-control expertise. We will help you gain control of your financial risk.
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Life 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 …
Read moreWhen you apply for a mortgage, there are several questions that a lender may ask.
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