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A Lesson from 2008
The great stock market crash, which lasted from September 2008 to April 2009, was a traumatizing event for most investors, including our clients. But there were lessons learned. David recaps what these were and how they are relevant in today's markets.
Update to Market Conditions
Falling markets are discouraging and disconcerting. It is natural that investors want to protect their portfolios when it seems like the market is going down on a daily basis. Stock markets are volatile but the pendulum tends not to swing in one direction for too long. At some point, the market will price in all the (perceived) bad news and start to recover. During these turbulent times, the best course of action is to control your emotions and not lose perspective.
HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH? Part Two: Taxes and You
In the first installment of this series we discussed how to budget projected expenses during retirement. This installment will analyse the taxes a Canadian can be expected to pay throughout her or his retirement, and common strategies for tax minimization.
Media Appearances
Barry Schwartz on BNN – Stock Comments
Barry Schwartz discusses a number of stocks.
Barry Schwartz on BNN – Top Picks & Past Picks
Barry Schwartz discusses his top & past picks.
Barry Schwartz on BNN – Market Outlook
Barry Schwartz gives his outlook for the markets.
Latest News
Outlook 2019 – Looking Inward, Looking Outward
On October 24, 2018, David Baskin, Barry Schwartz, Scott Mazi, Rob McDonald, Ben Klein and Ernest Wong of Baskin Wealth Management delivered their Outlook 2019 at the Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto.
2018 Federal Budget – Private Companies
In an open letter to clients of Baskin, David outlines his concerns with the possible tax changes affecting private companies in the recent Federal Budget.
Outlook 2018 – Is this as good as it gets?
On November 1st, 2017, David Baskin, Barry Schwartz and Scott Mazi of Baskin Wealth Management delivered their Outlook 2018 to clients at the Westin Prince Hotel in Toronto.