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When it comes to planning for elder care, financial considerations are only part of the picture. The journey to planning for a seamless retirement that may include health issues can be fraught with emotions. In this two-part blog series, Newport connected with our network of experts and some of ... Keep Reading "Planning for elder care" >

It may be the toll the pandemic has taken on our seniors, or perhaps it’s the demographic of our client base, but many clients are currently struggling with the challenges of providing support for aging parents. Making decisions around seniors’ housing and care can have significant ... Keep Reading "The true cost of elder care" >

Warmer weather, longer days and Victoria Day weekend all signal the official start of summer “cottaging” in Canada. And whether you call it a cottage, a cabin, camp, the chalet, or the lake – one thing is certain – we’re hitting the road in droves to get away with family and friends to enjoy every... Keep Reading "8 podcasts to listen to now" >

As we noted in our first blog outlining the legal, financial and tax implications of managing an inheritance, a significant wealth transition can be a life-changing event—or at least one that gives rise to new decisions and opportunities. It can also be the source of mixed emotions – ... Keep Reading "The mixed emotions of managing an inheritance" >

Receiving an inheritance can be an emotional, life-changing experience that presents both new opportunities and challenges. Many people who inherit large sums feel a deep sense of responsibility to protect and properly manage the money—and do right by the loved ones who earned it. “I watched my ... Keep Reading "Managing an inheritance: 7 things you need to know" >

Divorce is a sensitive topic that can be a life-changing experience with major financial implications—especially when significant wealth and complexity are involved. And today there are more couples taking that step as the COVID-19 pandemic has put additional pressure on marital relationships ... Keep Reading "Divorce: how being informed leads to a better outcome" >

No one could have predicted the kind of year that 2020 would turn out to be. As the coronavirus pandemic took hold in March, it upended lives, economies, social structures and political systems. But even as we mourn lives lost, companies that collapsed and consequences for our daily lives, we ... Keep Reading "Investing takeaways from an unforgettable 2020" >

Travelling to a sun destination this winter is more complicated thanks to COVID-19. But it is possible for snowbirds and vacationers alike to get away—even if it means navigating a few challenges to reach that warm-weather destination. From commercial airlines to private travel, there is a ... Keep Reading "How to get to your winter destination during COVID-19" >

The coronavirus pandemic has thrown a wrench into many Canadians’ winter travel plans. Border closings, travel restrictions, quarantine rules, ever-changing flight schedules, rising coronavirus cases, and “hot spots” around the world are all factors to navigate. Not to mention one’s own comfort ... Keep Reading "Medical insurance options for winter travel" >

This weekend, as families gather for a socially-distanced (even virtual?) Thanksgiving dinner, the things we once took for granted, we now take with gratitude. Some of our client families use this traditional weekend celebration to discuss their charitable giving plans – putting gratitude into ... Keep Reading "A philanthropy primer: high-impact, tax-smart giving" >