Anatomy of a recession

The great mortgage renewal

In this episode, Peter Ward welcomes David Frazer from Manulife Bank to discuss the challenges homeowners face with mortgage renewals in a higher interest rate environment. Discover the various options available that can help ease the impact on household budgets. Tune in for expert advice and practical solutions.

What’s in a name? Understanding beneficiary designations.

In this episode, Peter Ward discusses the importance of beneficiary designations for estate planning with lawyer and tax specialist Nawel Izard. They explore the significance of naming beneficiaries on assets, the benefits of bypassing probate, the considerations for minors as beneficiaries, and the importance of careful planning to ensure assets are distributed according to one's wishes. The conversation focuses around the need for proactive and informed decision-making in estate planning that can help to avoid potential complications and ensure assets are passed on as intended.

Discovering segregated funds

Join Peter Ward and John Natale as they discuss the features of segregated funds, and their benefits for retirement and estate planning. John also touches on the advantages of a GIA over a GIC, particularly in terms of tax implications and income splitting.

Anatomy of a recession

Recessions are often talked about in the news and typically the result of lagging economic output caused by any number of reasons. But is a recession always bad? Join Peter Ward as he chats with Kevin Headland and Macan Nia, co-chief investment strategists with Manulife Canada, to find out more about recessions. Learn what a recession is, what it isn’t and everything in between.

What is behavioural insurance?

Rewards for better choices – that’s the concept behind behavioural life insurance. Join Peter Ward as he chats with special guest Matthew Gibson about the evolution of life insurance and how small changes can make a big difference to your overall health and longevity.