by DEAN Financial | Jul 31, 2024 | Blog, Family, financial advice, financial planning, insurance
Having a family is a blessing and can also bring a lot of worry. A lot of this worry can stem from not being prepared for a disaster like if something were to happen to you or your spouse. We’ve put together an infographic checklist that can help you get started...
by DEAN Financial | Jun 6, 2024 | Blog, critical illness insurance, Family, farmers, financial advice, financial planning, incorporated professionals, individuals, insurance, personal finances, Professionals, retirees
Did you know that group disability benefits are paid as a percentage of regular income, and that depending on your plan, they may only cover you for a couple of years—especially if you’re qualified to do any kind of work at that time? This easy-to-use calculator can...
by DEAN Financial | May 23, 2024 | Blog, critical illness insurance, Family, farmers, financial advice, financial planning, incorporated professionals, individuals, insurance, personal finances, Professionals, retirees
What kinds of financial burdens would you need to carry in the event of a serious illness? Fortunately, as Canadians, we have access to government healthcare coverage and potential group or personal disability coverage to cushion what might otherwise be grave...
by DEAN Financial | Apr 30, 2024 | Blog, business owners, Family, farmers, financial advice, financial planning, insurance, investment, Professionals, retirees
Managing your finances raises a number of topics but none as tricky and potentially unpleasant as planning for your family and finances in the event that you pass away or become incapacitated. Understandably, these questions are often ignored by many—but don’t fall...
by DEAN Financial | Apr 28, 2024 | Blog, business owners, estate planning, Family, financial planning, incorporated professionals, individuals, investment, mortgage, personal finances, Professional Corporations, Professionals, retirees, Retirement, tax
On April 16, 2024, Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland, presented the federal budget. While there are no changes to federal personal or corporate tax rates, the budget introduces: An increase in the portion of capital gains...
by DEAN Financial | Apr 28, 2024 | 2024, Blog, business owners, Family, financial advice, financial planning, individuals, investment, retirees, Retirement
With the upcoming 2024 Canadian tax rule changes, it’s important to review your financial strategies. We’ve identified the key changes that we expect to influence financial decisions for investors, business owners, incorporated professionals, retirees, and...
