Travis Strain CFP

25
Jun

How Does Financial Planning Help?

Are your finances being taken care of by a Certified financial planner (CFP) or a non-certified planner? New research shows that if you are taken care of by a CFP you have more peace of mind!

7
Aug

WCB – Are you Actually Covered

As a self employed person you are likely paying for WCB. Have you ever had anyone check the amount you’ll actually be covered for if you can’t work due to on the job injury? You could be paying for coverage you’ll never receive.

11
Jun

How Financially Healthy Are You?

People generally fall into 3 categories when it comes to their financial health. These categories range from completely healthy to underwater. What stage are you in? A financial planner can help.

30
May

Where are your Children Learning their Money Sense?

If schools aren’t teaching our children about money management then who is? Can they learn it online?

7
May

Save Money on your Fuel Costs This Summer

In Langley, BC it is very difficult to reduce the amount we drive. In today’s article we’ll show you a couple tips that will help to decrease your tax bill this summer and increase how much money you keep in your pocket.

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.