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    Episode 9 – Topping up RSPs vs Tax-Free Savings Accounts

    Topping up RSPs vs Tax-Free Savings Accounts by Astra Financial

    Trying to figure out whether to put your retirement money into a TFSA or RSP? I know it can be confusing. I get questions on this topic all the time, so I knew I had to do a podcast on it. With the RSP deadline coming up, I knew it…

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    Episode 8 – Documenting and Organizing Your Estate Binder

    Documenting and Organizing Your Estate Binder by Astra Financial

      We’ve all seen Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous, but have you listened to The Estate Planning of the Rich and Famous yet? Estate planning and leaving a legacy isn’t just for the rich and famous, but I know it can be intimidating and frankly sometimes a bit morbid…

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    Episode 7 – Estate Planning of the Rich and Famous: The Dos and Don’ts

    Estate Planning of the Rich and Famous: The Dos and Don'ts by Astra Financial

      We’ve all seen Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous, but have you listened to The Estate Planning of the Rich and Famous yet? It’s my latest podcast where I dive into the reasons why having your will and estate plans in order and up to date is so important….

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    Episode 6 – Busting Financial Planning Myths

    Episode 6 - Busting Financial Planning Myths by Astra Financial

      I don’t know about you but I love when a Financial Planning Myths gets busted …from the moon being made of cheese to that being Trump’s natural skin tone (sorry, I had to do it). But some myths can actually be pretty frightening and really hurt us financially, which…

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    Episode 5 – End of Year Financial Checklist

    Episode 5 - End of Year Financial Checklist by Astra Financial

      A new year is almost here (whew, we made it!) and this is a great time to do a financial checklist to see how you did this year in terms of meeting your goals, paying off debts and figuring out what you want to make happen in the year…

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    Episode 4 – Pandemic Pension

    Episode 4 - Pandemic Pension by Astra Financial

    The biggest Pandemic Pension question I’m getting asked right now is should I stay in a defined benefit pension or take a commuted value? What are the pros and cons to each? I know people hate this answer but it’s different for everyone. There is no one-size-fits-all answer here. There’s…

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    Episode 3 – The Biggest Retirement Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make

    Episode 3: The Biggest Retirement Mistakes You Dont Want to Make

    Saving for retirement is a lifelong process and it’s important for your future that you plan how you’ll save properly. But it’s easy to get tripped up by making common financial mistakes like not starting early enough or not seeking out advice from a professional financial advisor (they’re not just…

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    Episode 2 – How Financial Advisors Are Compensated

    Episode 2: How Financial Advisors Are Compensated

    How financial advisors are compensated matters. How does yours get paid? The way a financial professional makes their money may affect the quality of service they give, or the products they encourage you to invest in. Someone might appear to be offering free financial advice since you never see the…

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    Episode 1 – You Can’t Do This Alone

    You Can't Do This Alone by Astra Financial

    Our circles of people who are in our corner are so important – whether it’s your friend circle, family or financial. Oh wait, have you ever thought about your financial circle?  It’s that group of people who you look to for guidance, help you feel confident with your money and…

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    Mortgage Insurance -Yes or No?

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    In the last few weeks I have been asked more than a few times to give my opinion regarding mortgage insurance from the bank.   Do you really need mortgage or line of credit insurance from the bank? The answer is NO and here’s why….. You have bought a new…

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