By Ambrose O’Callaghan, Harvest ETFs (Sponsor Blog) Many Canadians are watching closely as their neighbour to the south prepares to hold a crucial Presidential election in November 2024. Meanwhile, Canada’s federal election is still more than one year away. Canada continues to contend with economic, social, and political issues that are faced in varying degrees […]| Financial Independence Hub
I have stood here before inside the pouring rain With the world turning circles running ’round my brain I guess I’m always hoping that you’ll end this reign But it’s my destiny to be the king of pain – King of Pain by The Police By Noah Solomon Special to Financial Independence Hub This may seem […]| Financial Independence Hub
Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes Turn and face the strange Ch-ch-changes Don’t want to be a richer man Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes Turn and face the strange Ch-ch-changes There’s gonna have to be a different man Time may change me But I can’t trace time — Changes, by David Bowie By Noah Solomon Special to Financial Independence Hub There is a basic […]| Financial Independence Hub
By Ambrose O’Callaghan, Harvest ETFs (Sponsor Blog) In his 2024 re-election campaign, U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to pursue an aggressive trade policy that aimed to reduce or altogether eliminate what he viewed as unacceptable deficits between adversaries and allies alike. Following his January inauguration, President Trump has put Canada and Mexico into his crosshairs. […]| Financial Independence Hub
By Alain Guillot Special to Financial Independence Hub What is the role of wealth in your life? The role of wealth in one’s life is a complex and multifaceted aspect that varies from person to person. Not everyone wants to become wealthy. For some, wealth is a means to an end, a tool that facilitates […]| Financial Independence Hub
By Ambrose O’Callaghan, Harvest ETFs (Sponsor Blog) The year 2024 started in a similar fashion as 2023. The mega-cap-concentrated technology sector fuelled positive upward momentum. Economic data slowed in the first quarter of 2024. Meanwhile, relatively defensive areas benefited through the spring months and again through the end of the summer season as recession concerns […]| Financial Independence Hub
It’s been two years since Elon Musk acquired the former Twitter, now X. That led to a steady Xodus (sorry!) of hundreds of thousands or millions of formerly loyal users to new platforms like Mastodon and, the following summer, Facebook’s Threads. Since last week’s shocking re-election of Donald Trump, another wave of X users has […]| Financial Independence Hub
By Michael J. Wiener Special to Financial Independence Hub Actuary Frederick Vettese has a third edition of his excellent book, Retirement Income for Life: Getting More Without Saving More. He explains methods of making your retirement savings produce more income over your entire retirement. These methods include controlling investment fees, optimizing the timing of starting […]| Financial Independence Hub
By Bob Lai, Tawcan Special to Financial Independence Hub As an engineer by education & training and an analytical person, it shouldn’t come as a surprise to readers that I ponder a lot. I like to think about something carefully before deciding or reaching a conclusion. Although this approach may not work in all situations, […]| Financial Independence Hub
By Mark Seed, myownadvisor Special to Financial Independence Hub You probably know from my site, including the last few years, I love sharing case studies. Part of the reason I enjoy doing so is because of positive reader feedback. Another reason: I believe any case studies help the process of planning even if your personal […]| Financial Independence Hub