Moby Mubarak Baksh, BSc, RRC®, CFP,
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional, Mortgage Agent Level 1
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional, Mortgage Agent Level 1
If you’re seeking a mortgage, it’s a good idea to consider your mortgage as a crucial part of your overall financial strategy. A well-thought-out mortgage plan can help you navigate market fluctuations, protect your real estate investment, and give you …
Read moreUnderstanding Investor Sentiment While bull and bear markets describe sustained periods of market movement, the terms “bullish” and “bearish” describe investor sentiment and expectations for the market’s future direction. Bullish: A bullish outlook is characterized by optimism and confidence. A …
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The following is a summary of key information for the Canadian and U.S. markets as of September 1, 2025. Current Investment Market Conditions Canada: The Canadian economy is facing headwinds.1 After a solid start to the year, Canada’s GDP contracted …
Read moreWhen establishing a financial plan involving other stakeholders, such as paying down a mortgage, develop a written plan that all parties agree on.
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The primary purpose of life insurance is to provide financial capital for various family or business needs upon the death of the insured. Capital creation to provide financial protection Life insurance is a type of coverage that pays benefits to …
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Stock market language refers to two predominant patterns: “bulls” and “bears.” These terms describe the prevailing market trend and can sometimes cause concern, but understanding their meaning is key to maintaining a long-term perspective. My goal is to help you …
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Understanding beneficiary designations in Canada is a critical aspect of estate planning, often overriding provisions made in a will. This is because certain assets, by their very nature, allow for direct beneficiary designations that operate outside of the estate and …
Read moreLife insurance needn’t be a boring topic. It’s the foundation of a sound financial plan. Moreover, protecting our family's financial future is of great interest.
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Mortgage brokers are valuable mediators in the Canadian mortgage market, offering distinct advantages for both new homebuyers and those undergoing mortgage renewal. Multiple Lender Access: Mortgage brokers work with numerous lenders, such as major banks, credit unions, mortgage finance companies, …
Read moreThe "principle of decreasing responsibility" is a financial planning concept that states that an individual who has dependents such as a spouse and/or children has financial responsibilities that life insurance can help meet in the event of death.
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Most Canadian Life Insurance companies provide policyholders diagnosed with a terminal illness with some form of early access to a portion of the death benefit. However, the specific terminology, eligibility requirements, and benefit amounts vary considerably. Living benefit, Early Death …
Read moreThe Old Age Security (OAS) clawback, officially known as the OAS recovery tax, reduces the amount of OAS pension you receive if your income exceeds a certain threshold. To avoid or minimize the OAS (Old Age Security) clawback in 2025, …
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We have been blessed with low-interest rates affecting lower mortgage rates. Have you thought about what happens to mortgage rates and how a household’s expenses go up when these rates rise?
Read moreWe invest in what people buy. When an equity investment fund or stock is purchased, you indirectly invest in businesses relating to what consumers buy.
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Life insurance has been called the foundation of your net worth. If you have a spouse or children, the initial stages of your financial strategy should include adequate life insurance coverage.
Read moreIf you are an investor who remembers the mortgage debt crisis of 2008-9, you know that the stock market lost significant value. From an investment standpoint, the real downside occurred when some investors sold off their equity holdings due to …
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RRSP Maturity Strategies: You are allowed to contribute to your RRSP up until December 31 of the year that you turn 71, at which point your RRSP must be closed. Instead, you can select any or a combination of: transferring …
Read moreAs a dedicated mortgage professional, I have access to numerous lending institutions offering unique mortgage products. First-time homebuyers or those either with a mortgage for renewal or looking to refinance, give us a call. You needn't look any farther as we offer great options as a one-stop broker.
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After the death of an individual, every estate must file a final (or 'terminal') tax return. All assets are deemed to be disposed of at time of passing, and this can trigger probate fees and other expenses.
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