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The Art of Being Wrong: Investing with Humility

The Art of Being Wrong: Investing with Humility

Topic:
Investments
Excerpt:
After 40 years in the investment business, I find myself being wrong just as often as I was in my early days. What’s different now is the realization
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Your Guide to Nexus Tax Documents

Topic:
Inside Nexus
Excerpt:
As you are getting ready to file your annual taxes or hand off information to your tax preparer, we are providing you with a list of the potential tax
If I had $1,000: A Guide for Young Investors

If I had $1,000: A Guide for Young Investors

Topic:
Wealth Planning
Excerpt:
As my third anniversary at Nexus approaches, I am making my debut to the Nexus blogosphere. I’ve been fortunate enough to meet many of our clients ov
TFSA vs. Taxable Account: Should You Trigger Capital Gains to Fund Your TFSA?

TFSA vs. Taxable Account: Should You Trigger Capital Gains to Fund Your TFSA?

Topic:
Tax Planning
Excerpt:
Not long after I bought my first home nearly 40 years ago, I visited a little neighbourhood grocery store that was fabulously well stocked and
How to Give Generously Without Risking Your Financial Future

How to Give Generously Without Risking Your Financial Future

Topic:
Wealth Planning
Excerpt:
Do you want to leave a legacy? It’s an interesting question, and I usually frame it for people by explaining it in the following way: There are some p
Holiday Reading List for 2025: Top Books on Investing, Geopolitics, & Great Escapes Recommended by Nexus

Holiday Reading List for 2025: Top Books on Investing, Geopolitics, & Great Escapes Recommended by Nexus

Topic:
Human Interest
Excerpt:
In a year filled with headlines, uncertainty, and plenty of noise in the markets, our team at Nexus is looking forward to slowing our pace over the
2025 in Review: Addressing Client Questions on the Economy, the Stock Market, and AI

2025 in Review: Addressing Client Questions on the Economy, the Stock Market, and AI

Topic:
Investments
Excerpt:
To say that 2025 was eventful would be an understatement. While the year's place in history is yet to be determined, our collective Canadian anxiety
Navigating the AI Exuberance Without Losing Our Bearings

Navigating the AI Exuberance Without Losing Our Bearings

Topic:
Investments
Excerpt:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) promises to be one of the most significant technological advancements of our time, with potential to reshape industries
Simplicity: The Unsung Hero

Simplicity: The Unsung Hero

Topic:
Investments
Excerpt:
Alternative investments, or “private assets”, like private equity, hedge funds, real estate, and infrastructure, have gained in popularity among
Estate Planning: Considerations for Executors

Estate Planning: Considerations for Executors

Topic:
Estate Planning
Excerpt:
When a loved one passes away, it can feel overwhelming to navigate the responsibilities that come with settling their estate.