While change is inevitable and constant, it does feel as though this year has brought us a bit more than usual, particularly with respect to our finances. We’ve experienced massive change when it comes to interest rates, with the Bank of Canada rate increasing from 0.25% in January to 3.75% in October.
On the off chance we don’t live forever, we need to plan for the alternative. And since we won’t directly benefit from the execution of those estate plans, we need a different kind of motivation to get the hard work done. That motivation is LOVE.
This month we’re deciphering what it really means to have balance. You know that challenges and curveballs are a guarantee, and we know that even with all that change, you can design your best life. Read on to find out how.
Design thinking continues to permeate all aspects of the work we do at Spring Plans – both with you and on our own. We’re making some changes thanks to our own thinking. Read all about it in this month’s update.
Ah, beautiful Summer. It’s been a bit quiet around here and we couldn’t be happier about it. We believe Summer is the time to rest, relax, and reinvigorate so you have energy for the upcoming Fall. Join us as we chat about our R&R (reflection and reading, of course!).
Inflation is on everyone’s mind. How can you manage your finances through ambiguity and change? Also, we’ve got a big change on our team, ways to plan your summer, think about retirement, pick your investment manager, and help Ukrainians in crisis.