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July 23, 2026
You can benefit from Ben Franklin’s mistake…
In June, Keri’s grandmother, Marjorie Larson, passed away at the age of 95. She was the last of our grandparents to pass away, and we will miss her, just like we miss the rest of our grandparents. Grandma Larson was...
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Begin with the End in Mind
Dr. Stephen R. Covey’s best-selling book, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, first published in 1989, has sold more than 25 million copies in 38 languages worldwide. It remains one of the best-selling nonfiction business books. One of the...
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Financial Renovations
A year ago, our business moved into a new location, marking a significant milestone in our journey. Just like settling into a new space requires careful planning and adjustments, managing our finances effectively is crucial for long-term success. Financial planning...
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Involuntary Philanthropist
November 15th marked National Philanthropy Day – a day to celebrate and honor the charitable efforts of everyone working to make a positive impact in their communities. We all have the power to create meaningful change—more than we often realize....
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Hope your retirement isn’t suffering pot roast syndrome…
My youngest daughter Emmy got her driver’s license recently, having passed her road test on the first attempt. All three of our daughters were able to accomplish the feat in one try, but the path to get there was unique...
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Wisdom from the Great Drepression
My great-grandmother, Elizabeth Mai Stephenson, once wrote: “Do not be afraid to invest in a smile; it’s always worth its face value.” She wrote that in January 1931. It’s great advice, with a touch of humour, that would have been...
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Updates on Government Benefits…
My oldest daughter Ella is currently in Vancouver on a co-op work term with PCL Construction, as part of her Architectural Engineering program through the University of Waterloo. Keri and I recently visited her when we were in Vancouver on...
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I Like Custom, You?
It’s been a busy few months at Sutton. As I am sure you are aware that on top of our normal life and work activities we moved our office to 143 Wheeler Street. It was a project like I have never been...
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Face Your Fears…
It is time to leverage your wealth plan by reviewing these blood-curdling issues that may be lurking in your attic: The CREEPY X-BENEFICIARY – Without keeping an up-to-date beneficiary named for your Registered Investment accounts and Life insurance policies, you...
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Is it time for a course correction?
My middle daughter, Abby, passed her road test on her first try and got her driver’s license last month. She had only 4 points deducted, well below the average for 16-year-olds taking their first road test. A few short months...
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