Insights

Disabilities Financial Planning
Personal Finance

Financial Planning for Individuals with Disabilities: 6 Key Strategies to Know

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting several clients who are living with disabilities, along with their families. I’ve seen firsthand how thoughtful planning can bring peace of mind, financial security, and confidence about the future. For Canadians living with disabilities—and their families—navigating financial planning can feel complex.

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Stock Market
Economy

When Fear Peaks, Opportunity Knocks

Navigating a Complex Economic Moment There are real challenges in today’s economic environment—tariffs, retaliatory measures, and signs of a global slowdown. But it’s important to stay grounded: this is not the 1930s, and it’s not 2008. The Great Depression was driven by catastrophic monetary deflation and a failed policy response.

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The Power of Independent Mortgage Advice
Personal Finance

The Power of Independent Mortgage Advice

For our latest episode of Independent Perspectives, I had the pleasure of sitting down with David Goncalves, a mortgage broker and founding partner at Vine Group. I’ve worked with David and his team for years and have introduced many clients to Vine Group brokers. Their service is consistently excellent, and

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US debt
Investing

From Stimulus to Crisis: The Debt Problem No One Wanted to Solve

U.S.-Canada relations haven’t been this strained in my lifetime. Like everyone else, I’m at the grocery store on the weekend checking labels, looking for Canadian products. I’m not a fan of the chaos spinning out of the U.S. administration’s trade negotiations. However, when it comes to out-of-control government spending and

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Independent Perspectives podcast - Simon Harry
Podcasts

Independent Perspectives – February 2025

Join me as I sit down with Dr. James Thorne, Chief Market Strategist at Wellington-Altus Private Wealth, to discuss the major shifts happening in the global economy. Five years ago, we predicted a historic investment opportunity during the COVID crash—today, we’re analyzing another generational shift. Key topics covered: The transition

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Practice Update for 2025
Practice Updates

Practice Updates for 2025

2024 was a remarkable year for our practice, and we are committed to elevating our client service and capabilities even further in 2025. As we continue to innovate and grow, we are prioritizing several key initiatives in the first half of the year: Q1 Client Survey: To further enhance our

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Practice Updates

Introducing Client Connect

We are excited to announce the rollout of our new client portal, Client Connect, and document-sharing platform, The Vault. These platforms will be made available to all clients between January and February 2025. Client Connect: Provides a consolidated view of all accounts in your household, making it easier than ever

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Investing

5 Investment Insights for 2025

With anticipated strength in crypto (bitcoin), artificial intelligence (AI), tech, and innovation-driven sectors, alongside the potential for declining interest rates, 2025 presents an exciting landscape for investing. Here’s how I am positioning effectively: 1. Prioritize U.S. equities over Canadian and European exposure U.S. equities are well-positioned to benefit from the

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Personal Tax Tips 2024
Personal Finance

Year-end Personal Tax Tips for 2024

Tax planning is a year-round activity, however as 2024 comes to an end, there are several key opportunities to take advantage of available credits, deductions, and savings. Here are a few strategies to consider before the new year: Review Accrued Capital Gains With the proposed increase to the capital gains

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When Better Mortgage Advice Translates into Significant Savings
Personal Finance

When Better Mortgage Advice Translates into Significant Savings

Recently, I worked with a long-time client to refinance her mortgage, and it reinforced a key piece of advice I’d like to share; when making decisions about your mortgage, always consult an independent mortgage broker. I worked at one of the big six banks for almost 20 years, so I

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White House US Election 2024
Opinion

What Does the U.S. Election Mean for the Investment Landscape?

As I’m writing this piece (September 27), we are less than six weeks away from the U.S. election. It looks to be a historically close election that reflects the deep and persistent structural divisions present in our neighbour to the south. Since I’m not in the polling and forecasting business,

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Simon Harry Wealth Management
Letter To Our Clients

Celebrating a Strong Year and Looking Ahead: A Labour Day Reflection

As Labour Day approaches, I would like to express my gratitude for your continued trust and partnership. In the coming weeks, I look forward to connecting with you to review your portfolios, discuss market conditions, and confirm that we are up to date on your specific investment needs. Over the

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Markets

Looking Forward

Is that a light at the end of the tunnel? Many technical analysts are thinking that the market is starting to position itself for recovery. Analysts from RBC, SIA and BMO among others are suggesting that the market is overbought in the short-term and may have a pull back here.

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