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A renovation can be a smart financial move, if you plan ahead. Here's how. A Renovation is (usually) a great way to increase the value of your home. Whether you intend on living in the house for years to come, leasing it out or selling, your home is an investment and improving it is often a smart financial move. But, there are a few important considerations to make before rolling up your sleeves and getting stuck in.
 
1. Is your decision to renovate a lifestyle or a f...

Benefits to investing frequently Setting your savings and investment goals requires a few simple steps: Step 1: Figure out what you want to achieve
Your savings goals are very personal and may change over time. Be it retirement, a vacation or your child's education, everyone is saving for something. Write down these goals so that you can reassess in time. Step 2: Devise a plan
Get started by working out how much your bills cost each month (mortgage or rent, utilities, e...

From piggy bank to longer term goals. For many of us our savings begin when we receive some piggy bank money from our parents or grandparents. Then, as we get older, all of that hard hearned money from our part-time jobs move into our first bank account. We learn to earn small amounts of interest and get excited when those savings grow.  These first experiences teach us the importance of saving and budgeting. It's about setting expectations and understanding that with a re...

The Right Fit for You We get it, it's your life, your future and the future of those you love and care for. As advisors, what your financial goals are and what your money means to you is important to us. That why our mission is striving to help you achieve happiness. There are many different firms and advisors all seeking you as a client. You need help, but who do you choose? Our industry varies considerably in advisor credentials, experience, compensation and fees. All this ne...

Starting a business is an exciting time, but it can also be a little overwhelming. To help make sure you're on the right track, here are the top questions you should ask yourself before getting your business off the ground. 1. What is my idea?
It sounds like an obvious thing to know, but your business idea will steer your future planning. Your idea is the starting point from which everything else is shaped, so while it may change as your business grows, it's important th...