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Get fresh perspectives on the latest investment and financial news and trends from the Luft Financial team, as well as from leading experts in Canada and around the world.

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Risk Management – Portfolio Insurance

All financial plans are a great way to plan for your future, but unless you are including a risk management component to your plan, you are leaving yourself exposed to potential risks that may render your plan useless. Let’s be honest, how often does life go as planned? Whether you are still working and saving […]

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March 2021 Portfolio Management Team Update

Market & Economic Environment The global equity rally resumed last month after a brief hiatus in January, with North American indices trading at new highs before surging bond yields in the last week of February triggered a pullback. The TSX advanced 4.2% in February, driven by robust gains in multiple sectors – information technology (+9.9%), […]

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The Importance of Naming the Correct Beneficiary

As we say goodbye to RRSP Season, we can stop thinking about the lump sum contributions that need to be made. We should, however, take this time to revisit our beneficiary designations. As you know, your RRSP, your TFSA and Life Insurance policy(ies) all have named beneficiaries. Some of these beneficiaries may have been named […]

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February 2021 Portfolio Management Team Update

Market & Economic Environment The record-setting rally in global equities came to a temporary halt in the last week of January, as stocks posted their worst weekly performance in three months. Investors were unnerved by surging prices for the most heavily shorted stocks like GameStop, on concern that hedge funds would have to reduce their […]

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Permanent Life Insurance… an effective estate transferring strategy

Your New Client Portal starter’s guide

The Client Portal offers a simple and convenient way for you to view your investment portfolio anytime, anywhere. Please review this guide and contact us if you have any questions. New Client Portal User Guide

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When Will You Get Your Tax Slips?

There are different mailing dates for different account types. Please click on the link below to view the expected delivery for both mail and online tax slips and reports. 2020 Client Tax Slip Mailing Schedule Checklist

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