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Zoomer Radio – Common Mistakes That Retirees Make
Yesterday, I spoke with Zoomer Radio's Libby Znaimer to discuss some of the investment strategies for retirees. We also took some time to answer the callers' financial and investment concerns. Click here to listen to the full interview >
BNN Interview – Price Of Oil Not Going Anywhere Right Now
Last Friday, I had an interview with Michael Hainsworth on BNN's The Close. We discussed the price of oil, Canadian Banks, Amazon and MORE. Click here to watch the full interview >
BNN Interview – Robots & Humans Can Coexist In The Investment Space
Last Thursday, I had an interesting discussion with BNN's Paul Bagnell about the pros and cons of robo-advisors, and how robots and humans can coexist in the investment space. Click here to watch the interview >
Breakfast Television Interview – Why Should I Care About The Stock Market?
Sat down with Breakfast Television's Frank Ferragine to discuss what's going on with the stock market and what to expect this 2017. Watch the full video here >
BNN Interview – Late Day Rally Leads To Another Dow Record Close
Sat down with Greg Bonnell of BNN on Wednesday to discuss a number of sectors joining the ongoing Trump rally, BOC interest rate policy, and the strength of the U.S. and Canadian economies. Watch the full video here >
What The US Election Means For Canadian Markets
On the day after the US election, Canadian markets reacted wildly to the results. I had the opportunity to share what I think the election results mean for Canadian investors and markets in the short term, and our dollar in the long term. Global News Interview -...
BNN Interview – Now’s The Time To Start Positioning For A Rising Rate Environment
This past Friday, I sat down with BNN's Michael Hainsworth to discuss the current state of the financial, telecom, and media sectors, positioning for rising interest rates - and why I have been trimming some positions across my portfolio. Watch the full video here...
Volatility: Often The Spark To Investor Fear – Canadian Money Saver Magazine Article
Recently, I wrote an article in Canadian Money Saver magazine about Volatility: Often The Spark To Investor Fear. Check out the complete article on the Canadian Moneysaver site, and learn What Sparks The Fear; How You Can Avoid Falling Into The Traps; and why Sitting...
BNN Interview – Are Investors Getting Greedy?
Sat down with BNN's Paul Bagnell to discuss the mindset of investors, trends in the stock market, and more. Click here to watch the interview >
Why You Should Be Wary Of Investment Complacency?
Check out my latest article that I wrote for The Globe And Mail. Click here to read the full article >
Will Inexperienced Investors Make A Pullback More Severe Than Normal?
For the first time since taking office, investors seemed to have their doubts about president Trump's agenda sending stocks on a downward tumble, at least briefly. A snapshot of the markets post Trump's unanticipated win reveals a steady climb in the Dow Jones...
BNN Interview – Discussion On Trump Bump, Pharmaceuticals, Gold And More
Last Friday, I sat down with Paul Bagnell to discuss market sectors that you need to be cautious of, and why should always focus on fundamentals when buying investments. Click the following links to watch: 1) Investing in Gold 2) Trump's Tweets
BNN Interview – The Dangers of Timing the Market
Today, I had an interesting discussion with BNN's Paul Bagnell. We talked about why it is easier to buy U.S. stocks over Canadian stocks currently, the upcoming OPEC meeting, and the dangers of timing the market. Click the following links to watch: OPEC Meeting U.S....
Financial Post – Small Business Digest Article
This October, I spoke with Denise Deveau of the Financial Post to discuss how "Your Surplus Cash Could Be Helping You Grow The Wealth of Your Business". We spoke about how those lucky businesses that have excess cash in hand may not be working it to their best...
Investing In Your Corporation
With no immediate end in sight to record-low interest rates, it's time to think seriously about how to put your excess cash to work and build wealth effectively. For example, if you are an entrepreneur or professional and have incorporated your business, did you know...
BNN Interview – Investors Forced Into Equities
Sat with BNN's Amber Kanwar and Jon Erlichman yesterday to discuss why investors are "being forced into equities" because of low interest rates - and that the alternative to not being in the stock market is nothing. While the overall market isn't cheap, we should see...
BNN Interview – Tax Consequences Of Investment Decisions
I was on BNN's The Street this morning to discuss the tax consequences of investment decisions and OECD on housing markets. Click the following links to watch: 1) Investment Tax Bills 2) OECD on Housing Markets
Newstalk 1010 – Ask The Experts Program
Last Saturday, I spoke with Iain Grant on Ask The Experts show. I shared strategies for building a stronger portfolio & MORE. Click here to listen to the full interview on SoundCloud >
BNN Interview – My Concerns For The Stock Market
Last Friday, I had a discussion with BNN's Michael Hainsworth about BlackBerry's recent earnings and my concerns for the stock market. Watch the full video here >
BNN Interview – Thoughts On Canadian And U.S. Banks
Last Wednesday (January 18), I was in BNN's The Close wrapping up the markets for the day. We had discussion on the following: 1) How Trump's tweets can affect the market 2) Why Netflix is a tough stock to get in 3) Why I see Canadian banks as income type of an...
Newstalk 1010 Ask The Experts – With Allan Small
This past Saturday, I spoke with Iain Grant on the Ask The Experts show. LISTEN TO THE SHOW > We spoke about: How small business owners can make their excess cash work for them Market Volatility - Potential investment speed bumps to look out for in the coming weeks...
BNN Interview – Market Sectors To Watch Before US Election Day
Sat down with BNN's Michael Hainsworth on October 28/16 to discuss how the U.S. election is impacting the markets, and sectors to watch before election day. Watch the full video here >
BNN Interview – Canadian Banks Still Offer Value
Yesterday, I discussed with Paul Bagnell at BNN why I think Canadian banks still offer value to investors in Canada. While the housing market and energy losses are a concern at the banks, I still believe our largest Canadian Banks can be a great investment for the...
The Allan Small Difference
Two years ago, PwC published a study on small and mid-size businesses providing financial advice in Canada. The report revealed there were about 80,000 financial advisors working in this segment, which accounted for $19 billion in GDP and 180,000 jobs. These are big...