Most investors go through the masochist phase. They hurt themselves over and over again. OK, I should not call them investors. This is the path to becoming an investor. Many start out trading and speculating. And by trading I mean losing money. The folks at Wealthsimple should not be surprised to see investors behaving badly. […]
How to prepare your portfolio for the coronavirus outbreak.
Off the top I’d have to state that you should have already been prepared for the coronavirus. You should have been prepared in 2020. You should have been prepared in 2010 when the current bull market found its legs. Investors should always be prepared for the next big one. Once again, it’s time to do […]
Canadian Robo Advisor Justwealth hits the spot with customer satisfaction.
At the ballpark, I recently ran into James Gauthier, the partner and Chief Investment Officer at Canadian Robo Advisor Justwealth. I did not literally run into James on the ball diamond, we were both in attendance to watch our boys compete in the 18u Provincial Championships. But of course, I soon turned the conversation to […]
Most Canadian Investors want advice. Many could also use a Steadyhand.
I recently attended the Steadyhand luncheon in Toronto. They run these info sessions with regularity. If you’re in search of a sensible lower fee investment option and you’re in the area I suggest that you take them up on the offer of lunch and a very informative and passionate presentation. The lunch I attended was […]
Looking to become a self-directed investor? The Robo Advisors are a wonderful training ground.
When you self-direct your investments you will be able to keep your fees at a rock bottom level. In fact, the route to the lowest fees is by way of managing your own investments. While you do not have to be a financial or investment genius there are a few areas where you will need […]
Investment lessons from the world’s greatest investor – Warren Buffett.
Every year thousands of shareholders flock to the Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting to get an update on company progress, and to hear The Oracle Of Omaha offer his folksy words of wisdom. As you may know Berkshire Hathaway is the company operated by Warren Buffett and his team. Mr. Buffett is one of the richest […]