by Goddyn & Associates Financial Services | May 4, 2026 | Blog, estate planning, Family, life insurance
What Is Life Insurance and How Does It Work?Have you ever wondered what would happen to your family’s finances if you were no longer here? It’s not an easy thought. But it is an important one. Life insurance is designed to protect the people you care about most if...
by Goddyn & Associates Financial Services | Aug 5, 2025 | Blog, estate planning, retirees, Retirement
Supporting Your Aging Parents Without Sacrificing Your Own Stability It starts gradually. A missed bill here. A forgotten appointment there. Then one day you realize your parents may no longer be able to manage everything on their own. You want to help—but you also...
by Goddyn & Associates Financial Services | Apr 30, 2024 | Blog, estate planning, Family, retirees
What happens when the children grow up and they are no longer dependent on their parents? Estate planning for mature families and retirees can bring up a number of issues including family dynamics and harmony. One of the most difficult conversations is around fair or...
by Goddyn & Associates Financial Services | Apr 17, 2024 | Blog, business owners, estate planning, Family, financial planning, incorporated professionals, individuals, investment, mortgage, personal finances, Professional Corporations, Professionals, retirees, Retirement, tax
On April 16, 2024, Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland, presented the federal budget. While there are no changes to federal personal or corporate tax rates, the budget introduces: An increase in the portion of capital gains...
by Goddyn & Associates Financial Services | Jan 31, 2024 | 2024, Blog, business owners, estate planning, Family, financial advice, financial planning, individuals, investment, personal finances, Professionals, Retirement, RRSP, Tax Free Savings Account
Tax-Free Savings Account vs Registered Retirement Savings PlanWhen looking to save money in a tax-efficient manner, Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSA) and Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP) can offer significant tax benefits. To assist you in understanding the...
by Goddyn & Associates Financial Services | Apr 30, 2023 | Blog, estate planning, Family, farmers, life insurance
Estate Planning for FarmersWhat happens when the children grow up and they are no longer dependent on their parents? What happens to your other “baby”- the farm? Estate planning for farm owners deals with the personal and farm assets. Farm succession...
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