Tag Archives: Money Coaches Canada
Money Coach Spotlight: Melanie Buffel
“We can’t solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.” –Albert Einstein Melanie Buffel changes the way her clients think about money. “When I begin working with clients,” she says, “whether they are … Continue reading
The Real Secret to Making Smart Investment Decisions
By Tom Feigs, CFP®, CET As a fee-for-service financial planner it’s not unusual to be approached for a “quick” portfolio review. “Can you just look over my investments?” or “Can you tell me if I’m saving enough?” As much as it’s … Continue reading
Posted in Investing, Retirement savings
Credit card rewards: perk or pitfall?
By Karen Richardson, FPSC Level 1TM Certificant in Financial Planning Credit cards, when used carefully, can play a positive role in your financial life. Using credit wisely is critical to building a solid credit history. If you need a loan or … Continue reading
Posted in Debt, Money Coaching, Relationship to money
Three reasons to stick with a defined benefit pension plan
By Karin Mizgala, co-founder and CEO Money Coaches Canada Retirement planning can raise a lot of questions and feel overwhelming to many Canadians, so I was very pleased when The Globe and Mail newspaper asked me to be one of … Continue reading
Posted in Ask Your Money Coach, Retirement savings
Why are so many high earners in debt?
By Sheila Walkington, Co-founder and CFO Money Coaches Canada How would you react if I told you that many of your friends are in debt? You probably wouldn’t be shocked. You’d probably nod your head in agreement, and say something … Continue reading
Posted in Debt, Money Coaching, Relationship to money
Do I have enough money to retire?
By Janet Gray, BA, BAdmin, CFP™, CHS, EPC, CPCA I am often asked, “Do I have enough to retire?” It’s an earnest question, asked by smart, educated people with good incomes, who want to be sure they are making good decisions about … Continue reading
Posted in Money Coaching, Retirement savings
Why the short answer may not be right answer
By Alison Stafford, CFP® Money questions often appear straight forward, for example: should I pay down my mortgage or contribute to an RSP? But rarely, if ever, is one decision about money not impacted or influenced by your complete financial situation. … Continue reading
Posted in Money Coaching
September is a great time to check-in with your financial goals
No matter how many years it’s been since we’ve tossed a graduation cap in the air, the back-to-school energy of September motivates many of us to re-commit to moving forward in our lives; making it the perfect time to check-in … Continue reading
Is your financial nest egg at risk of being scrambled?
By Sheila Walkington, Co-Founder and CFO Money Coaches Canada Names and minor details have been changed to protect privacy. Most Canadians recognize the importance of making plans for their future, creating a nest egg through RSPs, TFSAs, company pensions, real estate … Continue reading
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