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Kevin Martin | Sep 8, 2022

What to Do With with a Sudden Windfall

Finance
It’s not uncommon for someone to receive a large inheritance or another windfall, only to see it blown away. Here are some tips to avoid the same fate.
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Kevin Martin | Sep 5, 2022

Is Confirmation Bias Affecting Your Investment Strategy?

Investments
Your preconceived notions may be impacting your decision-making process. Thankfully, it’s possible to overcome them.
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Kevin Martin | Sep 2, 2022

Talking to your Aging Parents about Finances

Retirement
As your parents age, they may become less capable of managing their own finances. Here are some ways to approach the subject.
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Kevin Martin | Aug 31, 2022

Family Business vs. Family Boundaries: Drawing the Line

Family
Finance
Mixing family and business can be tough. Is it possible to create healthy boundaries?
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Kevin Martin | Aug 4, 2022

Working with an Investment Professional

Investments
Trying to find the right investment professional for you? Here are some questions to ask in your initial consult.
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Kevin Martin | Jul 30, 2022

Financial Planning for Young Professionals

Investments
Finance
It’s never too early to start planning for your financial future.
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Kevin Martin | Jul 14, 2022

Finance Lessons for Your Teen

Family
Finance
Teens are adults in training and an important part of your family's financial picture. Help them build good habits so they're ready for the future.
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Kevin Martin | Jun 22, 2022

Understanding Your True Risk Tolerance

Investments
Knowing both your financial and emotional risk tolerance could be vital to your portfolio performance.
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Kevin Martin | Jun 6, 2022

Are Emotions Controlling Your Personal Finances?

Finance
Even with planning, our actions can be skewed by our emotions. Is it possible to overcome them?
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Kevin Martin | Apr 20, 2022

How Do I Know if a Financial Professional is the Right Fit?

Finance
Looking for a financial professional? Here are some tips to see if someone is a good fit.
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Kevin Martin | Apr 6, 2022

The New Normal Retirement

Retirement
There's more to preparing for retirement than just saving. Here's what to consider.
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Kevin Martin | Mar 15, 2022

Charitable Giving: Doing Your Due Diligence

Finance
Tax Planning
Considering donating to a cause? There's a few things you should check first.
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Insurance products, including segregated fund policies, are offered through Branstone Financial Strategies Inc., and Investment Representatives Kevin Martin, Kristie Miller, Debbie Lang, Emma Lang offer  mutual funds and referral arrangements through Quadrus Investment Services Ltd.
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