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Taking Flight? Make Sure You’re Covered With Travel Insurance
The days are getting shorter. Summer is coming to a close and that means a new season begins: travel season. As colder weather slowly begins to settle in Canadians begin flocking South in search of warmer climates. Before you take...
Read More5 Back to School Spending Tips
It’s that time of year again. Time to trade the game controllers and iPhones, for textbooks and calculators. A recent survey by retailmenot.ca found that Canadian parents will spend approximately $472 on their children, on average for back to school...
Read MoreLearn How To Take Advantage of the TFSA’s Benefits
TFSA's are a great vessel in which to help achieve your personal saving goals, but they can also be confusing. (more…)
Read More3 Tips for Preventing and Protecting Against Employee Theft
No business owner likes to be in a position where they need to protect themselves from their employees, but unfortunately it’s sometimes the reality of running a business. That’s why we’ve written this blog: to help you identify strategies for...
Read MoreGet a Handle on Your Finances This Year
Is one of your New Years Resolutions to get a handle on your finances? The team at the Ostic Financial Group is here to help. (more…)
Read MoreSanta Claus is Coming to Shelburne and Fergus!
Don't miss the Santa Claus Parade's in Shelburne and Fergus this weekend! This yearly event is perfect for the entire family so come early for the best viewing spot! (more…)
Read MoreRegistered Education Saving Plans
It's never too early to start saving for higher education. As Canadian's, we are fortunate to have access to government assistance when it comes to saving for your child's education. With a Registered Education Saving Plan (RESP), families can have...
Read MoreCreating a Personal Budget
We know that making a personal budget can be a daunting task, especially if you've never had one before. While it can require extra work, planning and sticking to a personal budget is the best way to gain an understanding...
Read MorePreparing for Early Retirement
A recent survey conducted by Angus Reid Institute found that almost half of all recent Canadian retirees were forced to retire early. Because they were forced to retire early, they were not prepared financially and 25% are now unable to...
Read MoreYoung Canadian Have So Many Questions About Their Money
When should young Canadians start saving? How do they start saving? Why should they start saving? These are popular questions with youth and young adults today who are just starting out. We asked a group of young Canadians who are...
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