Peter Brake B.A., QAFP - Advisor, Sun Life

07/15/2022

Make investing easier by contributing to your RRSP throughout the year. This article explains why you shouldn’t wait until the RRSP deadline to contribute. Reach out to me to evaluate your individual situation.

Are you one of those people who contribute to their RRSPs at the last possible minute every year? There's an easier, stress-free way to save for your retirement.

07/05/2022

With interest rates rising, you might be thinking about trying to pay off your mortgage quicker. This article gives you strategies on how to go about it. Have any questions? Contact me to set up an appointment.

Here are 3 strategies to shorten your route to mortgage freedom.

06/02/2022

Suffering from sticker shock at the supermarket? Here are some expert tips on how to eat healthy for less.

05/27/2022

Have you thought about refinancing your mortgage? It may be able to help you achieve a variety of financial goals. But, like anything, there are things to consider. Check out this article to figure out if the time is right for you to refinance your mortgage.

Refinancing can often be beneficial, but it's not right for every homeowner. Here are the 7 best and worst times to do it.

05/20/2022

Hello long weekend! 🌞 How will you be spending the May 2-4? Let me know what you’re getting up to in the comments below.

05/13/2022

May 9th to 15th, 2022 marks National Nurses week in Canada, and I want to honour those who every day. Let's thank nurses for all they do. Feel free to comment and tag a picture of a nurse in your life that you would like to honour. Thank you !

05/09/2022

Taking care of yourself and your mental health is an important part of your overall wellbeing. Lumino Health spoke to mental health experts to find out how to get help. Read this article to learn how to talk about mental health, how to cope with mental health challenges and when and where to seek help.

Struggling with your mental health may be hard. You might be ready to reach out for help, but where? We spoke to mental health experts to find out.

05/08/2022

Happy Mother's Day! To all mother figures - thank you for all that you do!

05/06/2022

A recent survey by Leger found that more Canadians are rethinking their car buying plans. Used car prices have shot to record highs and wait times for new vehicles can now take months. Have you put your car buying plans on hold? Let me know in the comments below!

High prices and wait times have Canadians rethinking their car buying plans, a new survey says.

04/28/2022

Health and wellness is important, I think we can all agree. But did you know that being optimistic can boost your physical and mental health? Change how you think about stress by including more positive thinking. Learn more at the link below.

Being optimistic can boost your physical and mental health. Here’s how you can start maintaining a positive outlook.