by Money Couch | Dec 22, 2024 | Financial Coach, Investing, Wealth Builders
It’s sad and slightly morbid and for that I’m sorry. But the lesson is valid. When it comes to investing, dead people have the right idea. There’s a story that floats around Wall Street, and while it might just be a myth, the lesson it holds is priceless....
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by Money Couch | Dec 5, 2024 | Financial Coach, Freedom Planners, Investing, Wealth Builders
Investing your hard-earned money can feel daunting, especially when choosing between mutual funds and index funds. Mutual funds often market themselves as superior, with promises of expert management and market-beating results. But here’s the truth: 90% of mutual...
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by Money Couch | Nov 28, 2024 | Financial Coach, Investing, That's Crazy!
Picture this: you’re buying your dream home. The process is smooth, and your real estate agent provides their expert guidance at no upfront cost. Sounds great, right? Here’s the catch: instead of a one-time commission, you agree to pay your agent 1-2% of...
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by Money Couch | Nov 24, 2024 | Case Studies, Investing, Savings Starters, TFSA, Uniquely Canadian, Young Investors
Courtney is 18 and about to begin her first year at university in Ontario. She works part-time at a local retailer in the mall, and while most of her friends spend their paychecks on $15 chicken sandwich combos and clothes, Courtney opts for $5 burritos and finds...
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by Money Couch | Nov 20, 2024 | Advisors, Financial Coach, Investing
Wouldn’t it be nice if your financial advisor only got paid when you made money and actually lost money when you lost? After all, your own money goes up and down with the market, so why shouldn’t theirs as well? They’d certainly work extra hard for those gains,...
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