09/09/2026
"The only things certain in life are death and taxes." Benjamin Franklin
The Other Sure Thing
A new LIMRA study shows that 40% of Americans believe the death of a primary wage earner would cause financial challenges.
09/07/2026
Could you find acres of diamonds in your own backyard? Watch this video.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
09/04/2026
Are you planning to work after taking Social Security benefits? Know the rules.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
09/04/2026
Markets pushed higher in August as AI-driven optimism helped investors look past softer economic data. The S&P 500 gained 2.62% and the S&P/TSX Composite rose 2.96%, even as softening retail sales kept consumer spending in focus. Back-to-school season adds another data point to that story, with spending expected to reach \$146.8 billion in the U.S. and \$4.5 billion in Canada this year.
Monthly Market Insights | September 2026
Monthly Market Insights | September 2026 U.S. and Canadian Markets Renewed enthusiasm for AI pushed stocks higher in August as investors looked past mixed economic signals. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 2.62 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 3.93 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial...
09/02/2026
Before retiring early, take a look at the cold, hard facts.
How to Retire Early
Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.
08/31/2026
What steps might help you sustain and grow your retirement savings? This piece explores them.
Richard London
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08/28/2026
Life evolves constantly, and your legacy approach should too. Marriage, divorce, welcoming a child, health shifts, or legislative changes are all good reasons to revisit whether your current approach still matches your goals.
How Often Should You Update Your Estate Strategy?
Review your legacy approach regularly, particularly following significant life events or legislative updates.
08/26/2026
Do you have a will? Is it updated?
When Do You Need a Will?
When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.
08/24/2026
Do you need umbrella insurance? Find out more.
Keep Your Umbrella Handy
Umbrella liability can be a fairly inexpensive way to help shelter current assets and future income from the unexpected.
08/21/2026
Should you focus on paying off debt or put your extra dollars to work? This calculator helps you compare both paths and think through what makes sense for you.
Debt vs. Investment
Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.