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“Hesitation is often like procrastination. One may have vague doubts and feel a need to mull things over; meanwhile, other issues intrude on thought and no decision is taken.” — Robert J. Shiller, Economist Save. Save. Save. It’s a staple of personal advice and...

As we enter 2019, RaeLipskie is delighted to celebrate our 30th year of making your wealth work harder for you. Our first 30 years were filled with success, prosperity and giving back, leaving us thrilled to see what our next 30 brings. In preparation to celebrate our...

2018 has been a great one at The RaeLipskie Partnership. Through our professional and personal victories, giving back to our community and having fun around the office, 2018 has been one of our most memorable 12 months. As we approach our 30th year it is time to...

The world of investing can seem scary, but it doesn’t have to keep you up at night. Making your money work for you through investing is one of the smartest financial decisions you can make. It provides a way for you to build upon your wealth and meet both short and...

Many young people find donating to causes close to their heart difficult to fit into their budget. Embarking on a first career and faced with growing expenses, donating is often pushed to the backburner out of necessity. At this early stage in life, extra money is...

With September comes back-to-school season, leaving many parents with empty nests as children explore their post secondary options outside the family home. If you are one of these newfound empty nesters, this is a great time to take the opportunity to give yourself a...

No matter how far away it may seem right now, your retirement is on the horizon. It’s an opportunity that opens up new possibilities, so you need to decide what you want to do with those golden years! You might want to learn something new. Maybe the plan is to spend...

After school lets out for the summer, excitement for upcoming vacation days may be the only thing on your family’s mind. It’s important not to let the promise of sunny days keep you from thinking about your child’s future. You want to make sure a world of opportunity...

It’s safe to say that summer is on its way. As you decide on how—and where—you’ll be spending the weeks ahead, don’t forget about a Canadian icon: the cottage. Whether you call it the cottage, the summer house, or simply going to the lake, this is your time to enjoy...

Spring weather is finally here! Thanks to newfound energy from the warmth of the sun, it’s the perfect time of year to start straightening up. Don’t forget to spend some time getting your finances and paperwork in order! Here are ten tips on how to tidy up your...

It’s natural to feel some anxiety about investing. From sharing your financial records to committing your hard-earned savings, you might feel nervous about taking the plunge. However, if you don’t take any risks, you won’t make any returns! The truth is, it’s harder...

After a period of extended low volatility, the decline in equity indices into the technical “correction” territory (-10% or more from their peak levels) in a very short time period created some anxiety for investors. Such a sudden drop creates uncertainty along with...