Year-end Tax Tips
December 31 is an important deadline for many tax strategies. Plan ahead, so you don't miss out.
RRSP Rollover into an RDSP can Provide Tax Savings
Transferring an RRSP or a registered pension plan (RPP) by will to a Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) can result in significant tax savings for an estate while providing financial security for a child or [...]
The SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic – One year later and counting, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.
A year ago, we were worried the world was going to end. Again. Of course, it didn’t, but much has transpired since then, and the pandemic will leave an indelible mark on history.
It’s always darkest before dawn. The US insurgency is an opportunity for the renewal of the American republic.
I don’t send out weekend updates, but these are unusual times. I want to share my thoughts about recent events, and what they mean for investors.
The Election Edition – Tactical hedge protection in place as the pandemic surge worsens ahead of the US election
COVID-19 infections are surging as voters head to the polls for a highly contested US election. In this issue of the Perspective, we discuss the economic and market implications of the pandemic and election outcome. [...]
Economies Will Recover from the Pandemic, but What Shape Will it Resemble – V, W, U, L, Nike Swoosh?
There might be no bigger financial question now than the form of the pandemic’s economic recovery. Without broad agreement on what the letters mean, there is intense debate over the shape the recovery will resemble [...]
Why are stocks surging to pandemic highs? The answer is, in part, FOMO and TINA
The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic precipitated an unprecedented global social distancing lockdown. The ensuing economic contraction remains severe, and the corresponding market collapse was the fastest in history.
Novel Coronavirus Pandemic Plunge Navigated with a Tactical Response to Reduce Risk
During this unprecedented and challenging time, I’d first like to thank all the frontline workers. Medical, emergency services, military, grocery, public transit, legislators, and the army of volunteers all deserve our appreciation. We would be [...]
COVID-19 Update – Business Operations in a World of Social Distancing
As COVID-19 becomes widespread, Thornmark is prepared for the possibility of a more severe outbreak in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Coronavirus – An Exogenous Event Requiring a Disciplined Tactical Response
The Coronavirus threat has destabilized global stock markets. I want to let you know what Thornmark has done to protect our clients' investments.