Travis Strain CFP

1
May

At what Point do you Earn Enough?

A bit of a funny question, but it was spawned through this article (found by clicking here).  Although the article is based on an American Study I believe it’s pretty accurate here in Canada as well. Through my experience as a financial planner here in Langley, BC I do see people that seem to have their finances in order and

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11
Apr

A Few Easy Financial Planning Tricks to Live Within Your Means

Looking for ways to curb your spending? Canadians in recent years have become very good at spending most of what they make. Here are a few good tips to help you live within you means and save more.

27
Feb

RRSP – Only Two Days Left

If you have not contributed to your RRSP yet there are only a few days left. Not sure about whether you should put money into an RRSP or a TFSA for this tax year? Look no further!

30
Jan

How do RRSP’s Really Work?

How do RRSP’s really benefit me? How do I calculate the return that I will make on my RRSP contribution for 2012?

21
Dec

The Importance of Wills For your Family

You need to protect your family with a last will and testament and estate plan. If you neglect to setup a proper will the process is laid out by the Provincial Government and you likely won’t appreciate it. Neither will your family.

12
Dec

Save Money on your Group Insurance Plan or I’ll Buy You Dinner!

Are you looking for ways to cut costs in your business easily. Look no further than your group plan. If I can’t show you how to save money on your group plan I’ll buy you dinner to the Keg!

21
Nov

Another Great Testimonial

A great testimonial given from Johnston Meier Insurance in Langley BC about Travis Strain’s Practice

16
Nov

Little things to make a difference

How to save money and the environment at the same time? In Part 3 we look at a simple solution to remind you to clean out your lint filter and save up to 30% on your dryer energy bill.

5
Oct

Garbage, Food Disposal (Garborator), or Composting

Interested in all things eco-friendly? Which is the best thing for your food and the environment? Garbage Disposal, Composting or the trash bin?

26
Aug

What is Critical Illness Insurance?

Critical Illness is an insurance policy, where you protect yourself from 25 illnesses – including Heart Attack, Life Threatening Cancer, and Stroke. If you are diagnosed with those or one of the 22 other illnesses by a doctor, survive 30 days (for most illnesses)… you receive a lump sum of money. That’s IT! You can choose what you’d like to use that money for.