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How to Build Generational Wealth

How to Build Generational Wealth
Generational Wealth

Many parents save what they can in the hope that they can pass along some money—perhaps in the form of college tuition or a first home down-payment—to help their children or grandchildren start their adult lives with less debt. But if you’d like to leave behind greater financial security, or even a legacy, then it’s worth learning how to build generational wealth.

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The Balance Between Investment Performance and Risk

The Balance Between Investment Performance and Risk
Balance Between Investment Performance and Risk

Translating risk tolerance and goals to an investment strategy means finding the balance between investment performance and risk. All investments are subject to some degree of investment risk and each investor has their own level of risk tolerance. This article discusses investment risk, investor risk tolerance, and how investors can manage risk to attain their investment goals.

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Blue Ribbon Income Fund: Past, Present, Future

Blue Ribbon Income Fund: Past, Present, Future

Watch M. Paul Bloom, Chairman at Blue Ribbon Fund Management Ltd. (President & CIO at Bloom Investment Counsel, Inc.) join Michelle L. Tiraborelli, Senior Vice President at Brompton Funds, for a review of Blue Ribbon Income Fund’s performance in the past and present.

Bloom Investment Counsel has been the portfolio manager for Blue Ribbon Income Fund since its inception 25 years ago.

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How are Investors Protected in Canada?

How Are Investors Protected in Canada

How are investors protected in Canada? Canadians generally have two sources of account protection in Canada: the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) and the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF). Both are intended to maintain investor confidence in the Canadian financial system. In this article, we explain the role of the CDIC and CIPF and the kind of protection each offers.

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Talking to Adult Children About Their Inheritance

Talking to Adult Children About Their Inheritance

Do you feel uncomfortable at the thought of talking to your adult children about their inheritance? You’re not alone. In many families, the “M” word (money) can be a stressful and emotional subject.

However, delaying the discussion can create more anxiety for everyone. In this article, we provide some suggestions on how to approach the inheritance conversation with your adult children, when you are ready to do so.

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