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Proud to be a Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Team

The Ernst/Stark Group has been named a Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Team in 2024.

The 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams award was announced January 2024. Data as of 3/31/23. The award was developed by SHOOK Research and is based on in-person, virtual and telephone due diligence meetings and a ranking algorithm that includes: a measure of each team’s best practices, client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, including: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion because client objectives and risk tolerances vary, and advisors rarely have audited performance reports. SHOOK’s research and rankings provide opinions intended to help investors choose the right financial advisor and team, and are not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client’s experience. Past performance is not an indication of future results.  Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive compensation in exchange for placement on the ranking. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance.

Taking required minimum distributions

If you invest in traditional IRAs or employer-sponsored retirement savings plans, it’s important to know that they are not shielded from taxes indefinitely. When you reach age 73, you must take required minimum distributions (RMDs) to avoid tax penalties. Contact us today to learn more about your options.

RBC Wealth Management does not provide tax or legal advice. We will work with your independent tax/legal advisor to help create a plan tailored to your specific needs.No information, including but not limited to written materials, provided by RBC WM should be construed as legal, accounting or tax advice.

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Making an impact

Wealth Insights Report cover image - charitable giving: realizing your vision for a better world. Planning your family’s legacy with informed choices about the organizations you want to support and checking that your donations are used appropriately may be time-consuming and complicated. We are available to help your family plan for your philanthropic goals and align your values with your wealth so you can support the causes that are close to your heart.

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Wealth insights guide for young professionals

Young Professionals Guide Today’s young professionals face many challenges when it comes to building wealth. RBC Wealth Management's guide on money matters for young professionals is designed to help young adults master the fundamentals of saving and investing, with insights into how to control debt, build a wealth plan and prepare for a more secure tomorrow.

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Financial security begins by building a plan you can trust

At RBC Wealth Management, we understand your financial goals are unique — that’s why we provide customized advice. No matter where you are in life, you can depend on our investment management expertise to build a plan that helps you achieve your financial goals. Explore our website to learn more about our customizable solutions designed to strengthen your financial security.

2024 / 2025 dollar limitations for retirement plans

Some new limitations will apply to retirement plans and other benefit plans in 2025 as a result of cost-of-living adjustments made by the IRS and the Social Security Administration. Learn more about the limits for 2025.

Have you switched jobs recently?

If so, it’s important to know where your assets are, and where they are going. Call us today to discuss the advantages, disadvantages and potential tax consequences of your IRA rollover options, and how they will affect your retirement. Together we will carefully choose the option that best fits your needs and retirement goals.

Create your retirement paycheck

A personalized retirement income plan can give you confidence and clarity by identifying your assets and available sources of income - along with their tax implications - to help create a secure retirement paycheck. In this Wealth Insights guide we’ll help you create your personalized retirement paycheck.

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Introducing RBC Total Wealth

RBC Total Wealth is a way to view your complete financial picture. See your RBC accounts—along with your accounts at other financial institutions you choose to add—–in one convenient place. Access Total Wealth by selecting Sign in above to log into your accounts and then choose Add External Accounts. It’s a simple and secure way to keep your financial life connected to your everyday life.

Creating your financial future

Gain financial flexibility

Be prepared for many of your financing needs by opening an RBC Credit Access Line. With no cost to set up, no ongoing fees, competitive interest rates and favorable terms, it may be a practical tool to help accomplish your immediate and long-term goals. Contact us today to explore this potentially untapped source of opportunity.

RBC Credit Access Line is a securities-based, demand line of credit offered by Royal Bank of Canada, an Equal Opportunity Lender and a bank affiliate of RBC Capital Markets, LLC. Subject to Credit Approval. Securities-based loans involve special risks, are subject to minimum collateral requirements, and are not suitable for everyone. Additional restrictions may apply.

Strength you can trust

Distinguished by a long heritage of financial integrity and unwavering dedication to our clients, RBC has consistently earned high credit ratings.¹

Moody's Aa1 and A1 / stable⁴
Standard & Poor's AA- and A / stable⁴
Fitch Ratings AA² and AA-³ / stable⁴

Additionally, RBC has a reputation of strength and stability with a high-quality balance sheet, proactive risk management and a strong liquidity position.

<ol> <li>RBC Capital Markets, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of, and separate legal entity from, Royal Bank of Canada. Royal Bank of Canada does not guarantee any debts or obligations of RBC Capital Markets, LLC. Credit ratings are not recommendations to purchase, sell or hold a financial position in as much as they do not comment on market price or suitability for a particular investor. Ratings are subject to revision or withdrawal at any time by a rating agency.</li> <li>Ratings (as at August 27, 2024) for senior long-term debt issued prior to September 23, 2018 and senior long-term debt issued on or after September 23, 2018, which is excluded from the Canadian Bank Recapitalization (Bail-in) regime.</li> <li>Ratings (as at August 27, 2024) for senior long term debt issued on or after September 23, 2018 which is subject to conversion under the Bail-in regime.</li> <li>Ratings outlook.</li> </ol>

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Tax-smart charitable giving strategies you can use any time of year

Spreading your giving throughout the year, not just at the end, is beneficial to you and the charitable organizations you support.

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