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Wealth planning (9)

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Alternative investments are becoming more accessible to investors—here’s what to know

May 08, 2025 |RBC Wealth Management

Alternatives can offer diversification for an individual’s portfolio—as well as exposure to private markets—but they are complex.

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Making a side hustle worth the hustle

May 06, 2025 |RBC Wealth Management

Second jobs or personal businesses, often called side hustles, side gigs or side businesses, are a growing trend. While side gigs may be secondary to your primary employment, many factors go into making them successful.

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Raising financially savvy youth

May 06, 2025 |RBC Wealth Management

Helping children grow into independent adults requires mastery of important life skills, such as cooking and time management. A vital skill often overlooked is money management.

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Financial tips before saying "I do"

May 06, 2025 |RBC Wealth Management

It pays to talk about money and your individual approach to finances with your partner before it can become an issue.

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A new era of wealth transfer

May 06, 2025 |RBC Wealth Management

A recent wealth transfer survey conducted by RBC Wealth Management found that the key to a successful wealth transition to the next generation includes communication, heir preparedness and alignment of family values around the purpose of wealth.

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How to determine what is a safe withdrawal amount from your portfolio in retirement

Jul 15, 2022 |Linda Sama, CFP® - Senior Vice President - Financial Advisor, Senior Consulting Group

The recent decline in the stock market, coupled with the current high levels of inflation has led many retirees to question if their money will last.

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What is an annuity and is it right for me?

Feb 02, 2022 |Linda Sama, CFP® - Senior Vice President - Financial Advisor, Senior Consulting Group

If retirement is on your mind, shifting your accumulated wealth into income can be a concern. Read on to see if annuities can be part of your financial plan.

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Five essential steps to put your financial house in order

Nov 24, 2020 |Linda Sama, CFP®

Organizing my home is similar to helping clients organize their investment portfolio and financial paperwork. Is your financial house in order?

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Aging parents - 3 steps to personal readiness

Oct 09, 2020 |Linda Sama, CFP®

I have become acutely aware of how many of my peers will play the role of caregiver, care coordinator, or financial fiduciary. Be prepared to care!

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