The Farwell Group

12/26/2024

When planning to pass the family cottage to the next generation, two common challenges often arise: managing the capital gains tax liability when the owner passes away, and ensuring an equitable distribution of the estate among multiple heirs. Discover how integrating life insurance into your Total Wealth Plan can help solve both and maintain family harmony. http://ms.spr.ly/6049WaRbU

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12/09/2024

At Scotia Wealth Management, we understand that your overall health and financial wellbeing are interconnected. As part of our holistic approach to support you to retirement and beyond, we are working with health professionals to provide you with insightful information on the effects of aging through a series on 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘻𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘸𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘣𝘦𝘪𝘯𝘨.

Explore the next article in this series, 𝙏𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝, to learn more: http://ms.spr.ly/6045o8kNc

12/05/2024

We are honored to be an official Diamond Winner for Best Investment Company of the Toronto Star's Readers' Choice Awards 2024.

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11/21/2024

Losing a partner is one of life's most challenging experiences, compounded by the need to manage finances during such an emotional time. Here are some key steps to ease the burden:

1. S𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: Both partners should be familiar with all financial aspects and regularly review records together.
2. 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀: Draft detailed wills and designate beneficiaries to simplify asset transfer.
3. 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: Discuss and understand life insurance policies to ensure financial security.
4. 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀: Update beneficiaries and check eligibility for government benefits like the Canada Pension Plan survivor's pension.

For more insights and guidance on navigating financial preparedness after the loss of a partner, read our article: http://ms.spr.ly/6049WSsE7

11/19/2024

Scotia Wealth Management is proud to announce that we have received two regional awards this year by PWM/The Banker's Global Private Banking awards for:

🏆 Best Private Bank in North America for Wealthy Women
🏆 Best Private Bank in North America for Education and Training of Private Bankers

These awards are a recognition of our Total Wealth planning approach, which is built on the investments we make in training and educating our teams to better serve our clients.

This includes the bespoke, specialized education we provide through The Scotiabank Women Initiative, which enables our teams to understand and build confidence with our women clients as they navigate transitions in both business and life.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this achievement possible, especially our clients who put their wealth and trust in our hands each and every day. http://ms.spr.ly/6040Wbmcp

11/06/2024

With Donald Trump securing a second term in the U.S. presidency, stocks surged today, and bond yields also saw an uptick. While the market is reacting positively in the short term, some investors may be concerned that Trump's policies—particularly his stance on tariffs—could escalate trade tensions and create uncertainty in the future. So, how should investors respond to a Trump win? Will the "Trump Bump" be a lasting trend, or is it a short-lived rally?

Feel free to DM me for more insights on how to navigate this market shift.

11/04/2024

I had a great time speaking to a group of investors on Friday evening about how the election may impact the investment market, bond prices, and alternative investment products, alongside our tax partner, and VIP guests.

Feel free to DM me if you have any specific questions.

10/31/2024

It's important to review your estate plan periodically to ensure it continues to reflect your wishes and personal situation. Read more: http://ms.spr.ly/6047mUb1Z

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10/31/2024

I will be speaking at an incubation center on investment strategies for the remainder of 2024, focusing on the potential market impacts of the upcoming U.S. election, and the investment cycle.

I will be joined by a renowned accounting firm, which will cover key tax planning insights.

Location: Unit 323, 9390 Woodbine Ave, Markham, ON L6C 0M5

Time: Nov. 1 (Friday) 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Feel free to drop by or DM me!

10/29/2024

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10/25/2024

A recent ruling by the Tax Court of Canada indicates homeowners who have regularly rented out their property on Airbnb or other short-term rental sites will be subject to paying 13 per cent HST when putting the home up for sale.

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10/23/2024

Honored to be invited to be a mentor and join the full house for the 2024 Speed Networking Event last night.

Loved the energy and the exchange!