Robert O'Donnell CLU QAFP IG Wealth Management

03/31/2026

Unlock Your True Financial Potential.
When clients seek income solutions with me, our conversation often begins with reimagining the possibilities beyond traditional bond strategies.
Income investing has evolved into an art form; visionary investors understand that generating lasting income isn't about conforming to market norms, it's about crafting resilient cash flows that flourish amidst dynamic interest rates, inflation, and volatility. Effective income strategies align with your deepest financial aspirations, not outdated models.
I craft portfolios with a core principle in mind: a robust, income-generating foundation paired with adaptable flexibility, empowering us to seize emerging opportunities and thrive in an ever-changing market landscape.

03/25/2026

A recent survey of 2400 mass affluent, high net worth, an ultra high net worth investors across six countries, including Canada, found that both GenZ and millennials still want to work with professional advisors. The kind of advice they want to receive, however, is changing dramatically. Rather than investment management, these clients want trust, multi channel, communication, and plans to cover their whole lives.

While the survey found that 90% of Young affluent advisors have used some form of paid financial advice, it found that what they expect from their advisors is changing. While the survey found that even among young investors, human advisors remain more trusted than online sources, Robo, advisors, or generative AI, those other sources of advice are becoming more common place. Young people are also redefining what they mean by trust, going beyond a relationship in the tangible evidence that this trust is definitely earned.

“In (Canada ) in particular, young Canadians are really looking for holistic financial advice. It’s not just about investment management for them. “

03/13/2026

Here are some important dates and tax tips to help you prepare for the 2026 tax season.

As you begin to get ready to prepare your 2025 tax return, we want to ensure you’re aware of important upcoming dates and deadlines so you have everything you need to file your return with minimal hassle.
April 30 is the tax filing deadline for individuals. The deadline to file your 2025 personal income return is April 30, 2026, unless you’re self-employed. However, the CRA encourages individuals who expect to receive benefits under the GST credit or the (Canada ) child benefit not to delay the filing on their tax return to ensure their entitlements for the 2026–27 benefit year are properly determined.

June 15 is the tax filing deadline for self-employed individuals. The deadline to file your 2025 taxes is June 15, 2026 if you’re self-employed any tax balance owing, however, is still due April 30, 2026.
 Lastly here are some important reminders.
2026 tax-free savings account limit is $7000.
2025 RRSP limit is 18% of earned income to a maximum of 32,490.
2026 RSP limit is 18% of earned income to a maximum of 33,810.
FHSA limits or first homebuyer savings account contribution room only starts to accumulate in a year that the holder has established an FHSA. In that year, the holder is entitled to $8000 of room. Unused room will accumulate and carry forward, but only to a maximum of 8000. This means that the maximum contribution in a year can never be higher than 16,000. The FHSA lifetime contribution maximum is 40,000.

I hope these are helpful tips. If you have any questions, please contact me anytime. I would love to connect.

Have a great weekend.

03/12/2026

The advantages of working with a professional Advisor!

The most crucial roles that I play are to manage emotions, exercise judgment, and build trust.
I managed uncertainty and fear during periods of market volatility, like we’re currently going through, but also manage emotions throughout a client’s life during retirement, transitions, family changes, business succession, illness, loss, and legacy.

I I have built trust with my clients and their families over the last two decades, I listen, I support, and I motivate.
 I consider the multigenerational family dynamics that I help navigate, such as planning, wealth, transfers, cost generations, aligning, values, managing expectations, and planning for the future. Many of my friends are facing this very challenged today knowing that their kids will inherit more wealth than they are prepared for. This is complex, deeply personal work that delivers real value to my clients. Value that no AI agent can replace. And that’s a fact.

10/16/2024

Are you a business owner that has thought about and considered incorporating, but hasn't yet made the leap? Check out this link for more information on the benefits attached to incorporating your business. If you have any further questions, please reach out to us! We love to help!

Incorporating your small business can bring tax benefits through low corporate tax, deferring personal income tax and the lifetime capital gains exemption.

02/24/2024

Thank you to everyone that attended our taxation and retirement planning seminar! It was a pleasure having you with us to explore these important topics. We hope you found the session informative and valuable.

We'd love to continue sharing beneficial information with you. Keep an eye out for future events and seminars!

02/13/2024

We are thrilled to be recognized as recruit of the year after having an incredible 2023 with IG Wealth Management.

We want to give recognition to our wonderful clients, as we could not accomplish this without them! We are sincerely grateful for your business, and for the relationships we have built with each one of you. We thank you for trusting our team!

A special thank you to the team at Black Bow Gift Co. for putting this fantastic box together for us! 🤩

02/08/2024

Dartmouth: Are you overpaying on taxes in your retirement plan?
Join this free In-Person Workshop on Saturday, Feb 24 at 10:30 AM showcasing actual strategies for reducing your tax burden during retirement.

Spots are limited, attendance is free.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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01/11/2024

Introducing our team!

Our team represents a dynamic blend of experience, innovation, and dedication. We believe that our collective strength lies in the unique skills each of us bring to the table. Together, we will navigate the complexities of the financial landscape, develop cutting-edge strategies, and deliver unparalleled value to our clients.