Smith Manoeuvre Wisdom
7 Best Ideas to Optimize the Smith Manoeuvre (Canadian Financial Summit 2024)
With its quirky name, the Smith Manoeuvre might sound unconventional, but it’s a strategy that truly works—when done by the right people, in the right way, over the long term. From crafting over 1,000 professional Financial Plans, I’ve seen firsthand how the Smith Manoeuvre can transform your finances, helping Canadians use their home equity to…
Read MoreWho Are the Wealthy and How Did They Get Rich?
As a financial planner, I’ve had a unique view into the full financial picture of thousands of Canadians and have read countless studies. My experience spans clients of varying financial backgrounds, as well as countless conversations with readers of my blog, friends, and acquaintances. Although our clients may not represent the entire population—they tend to…
Read MoreSmith Manoeuvre In A Financial Plan & The New OSFI Rules (Canadian Financial Summit 2023)
The Smith Manoeuvre is an efficient strategy to use your home equity to invest for your future without using your cash flow, while converting your mortgage into a tax-deductible debt. This method is known for its effectiveness in enhancing financial plans and can bridge the gap to achieving your retirement goals. New OSFI Mortgage Rules…
Read MoreWhat Happens if the Liberals Attack the Smith Manoeuvre?
The Smith Manoeuvre has long been a popular strategy for Canadian homeowners seeking to convert their mortgage debt into tax-deductible investment debt. However, recent tax and regulatory changes have impacted the efficacy of the Smith Manoeuvre, and further changes from the Liberal government could pose additional challenges. In my latest blog post, YouTube video and…
Read MoreHow to Successfully Implement the Smith Manoeuvre (Podcast with Ed Rempel)
You know the basics about the Smith Manoeuvre. It’s a big decision. Here is a discussion of the big issues. Listen to my new podcast with Sean Cooper from BurnYourMortgage.ca . Here is the link: How to Successfully Implement the Smith Manoeuvre with Ed Rempel We discuss: • Why should you consider the Smith Manoeuvre?•…
Read MoreInterview With Ed Rempel, Canadian Financial Advisor and Commentator by Exeleon Magazine
Exeleon Magazine recently interviewed me on the different retirement and financial planning strategies that I’m an expert on and consult my clients on. As a CFP, CPA, CMA and certified hedge fund specialist, I help you create financial independence with effective methods that go against the grain. In my three decades of experience, I’ve seen…
Read MoreFinancially Smart Divorce
Divorce is never financially smart! As a financial planner, I don’t recommend divorce. It’s bad for your finances! However, you can go through it in the most financially smart way – to leave both of you in the best possible position. We have seen quite a few people go through divorce. We’ve seen some total…
Read MoreTenant for Life by Choice: 5 Steps to “Tenant Freedom”
Many people today feel they have no choice but to be a tenant, however, what if you actually choose this? You can choose to be a tenant forever and it can be a great life! I’m going to introduce you to the concept of “Tenant Freedom,” to show you how great of a life it…
Read More6 Key Lessons Learned as a Fee-For-Service Financial Planner – Talk With Ellen Roseman’s Investment Club
I was honoured to be invited by Ellen Roseman to speak with her Investment Club about the 6 key lessons I have learned as a fee-for-service financial planner. They have had investment guest speakers, but never someone just talking about financial planning. Ellen Roseman is a journalist who sticks up for ordinary Canadians. Her personal…
Read MoreThe 6 Steps to Become Financially Independent
What will it take for you to become financially free? To have enough money that you never have to work again? This video and podcast episode is my insight into the few key ideas you really need to know. It’s an overview to give you the big picture of what really works. Some of these…
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