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Providing my clients with valuable information on market trends, investment topics and other interesting considerations is an important part of my practice. I invite you to explore the articles below and contact me to discuss any of these topics in more detail.

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Retirement planning at every age

Aug 24, 2025 |RBC Wealth Management

Follow these eight age-based retirement income planning guidelines to put yourself on the path to the financially secure future you want.

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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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Beyond tariffs, what can the U.S. do in its quest for trade balance?

May 06, 2025 |Atul Bhatia, CFA

Running up debts to buy foreign goods is unsustainable in the long term. Identifying the problem is simple, but we see no easy or quick escape for the U.S. from the imbalances built up over the last four decades.

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How to choose a Senior Living Facility

Apr 15, 2022 |Thomas Smith

Aging parents. We want them to be happy and comfortable. Read how to sift through the various options to find the right facility.

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Travel and leisure 2021 and beyond ... shortstaffed and delayed

Aug 17, 2021 |Thomas Smith

The pent-up demand for travel and leisure has outstripped capacity leaving the travel industry understaffed and unprepared. Learn some "Pro tips” how to navigate the long lines and short staffing.

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