Articles of General Interest
 

• Buying a Home
  Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make. So when it comes time to signing on the dotted line, make sure you don't make that decision alone. (Source: The Chronicle-Herald-Halifax)

• Putting Your Investment Portfolio in Order
  What better way to start the year off than by putting your portfolio in order! Here are some resolutions that will turn you into a savvy investor.

• Fundamentals of Financial Planning
  The basic ground rules for financial planning include the importance of planning, the aspects to be included, the six steps involved in personal planning, choosing a professional, etc.

• Investing in Good Times and Bad
  This article discusses the advantages of long-term investing, a worthwhile strategy for staying a step ahead of the market and generating superior returns.

• Borrowing Money to Make Money
  Borrowing to invest is a common strategy in the securities field. This article explains the risks and advantages of this strategy (also called "leveraged investing").

• Investing: Women Do Better!
  A study has shown that, on average, women earn about one per cent more per year on their investment portfolios than men. To learn more, read this article.

• Investment Glossary
  Definition of various investment vehicles: guaranteed income certificates, daily interest account; mutual funds, segregated funds, multistrategy investment, RRSP and securities.

• Investor Profile: Forewarned is Forearmed!
  Knowing what kind of investor you are can make things easier when it comes time to choosing an investment vehicle. To help you in this regard, Desjardins Financial Security has developed an easy-to-use tool.
   

Bonds
 

• Bonds: A Cautionary Tale
  At first glance, bonds would seem to present less of a risk and offer more stability than other investment vehicles. But don't be fooled: they're also volatile.
   

Saving for School 

• Glossary of Education Financing
  Description of sources of education financing: scholarships and bursaries, financial assistance programs, registered education savings plan, and lifelong learning plan.
   
   

Segregated funds

• Segregated Funds and Your Financial Planning
  Segregated funds represent a good way of diversifying your portfolio while at the same time protecting your investment. When you decide on your investment strategy, segregated funds should be front row centre!