Recent Referendums and the Tragedy in Wainwright, Alberta

By the time you read this, we'll have a little more clarity on the direction that the United States is going in. I'm guessing it will still be pretty blurry, but at least we'll know the outcome of the US Midterms!

The elections on November 3rd will determine who controls the US Senate and the House of Representatives. There were also a number of Governor's Races this same night. That comes after a very high-profile Referendum here in Alberta. We do have some more clarity here in Western...

How to Beat Lifestyle Creep

You just got the promotion. The official email hit your inbox, the new salary has been confirmed, and suddenly, you are doing mental math. If I make $500 more a month, I can totally afford that nicer apartment, right? And maybe I will upgrade my gym membership. Oh, and I definitely deserve nice sushi tonight to celebrate.

Stop right there. Take a deep breath. You are standing on the precipice of a financial trap as old as time: lifestyle creep. If you are not careful, it can completely neutralize your hard-earned raise and leave you wondering where all...

Estate Planning: A Plain-English Guide

Let’s address the elephant in the room right away: talking about what happens after you die feels morbid. Nobody wants to sit around on a Tuesday evening imagining their demise. It is normal to put this task off. But here is the honest truth: estate planning isn’t really about you or dying. It is actually the ultimate parting gift you can leave for the people you love most.