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      Evidence-Based (Academic) Investing

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        • Why: Evidence-Based (Academic) Investing
        • The Ultimate Estate Planning Checklist
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        Stop Guessing. Start Investing with Evidence.

        Most investors are guessing.

        They watch headlines. They listen to hot tips. They react to fear and greed.

        They confuse noise with knowledge.

        We do it differently.

        We believe education is greater than speculation.

        You don’t need a crystal ball. You need a process.

        And you certainly don’t need to overpay.

        Book a 1:1 Evidence-Based investing call

        A simple conversation to see if our approach fits your goals.

        “We live in a world with an abundance of knowledge, but a scarcity of action.”
        — Jason Selk

        What Do You Believe About Investing?

        Before you invest a dollar, it helps to ask:

        -> What do I believe to be true about investing?
        -> What outcome do I actually want?
        -> Am I investing with a plan, or reacting to the latest story?

        We’ve learned that successful investing is simple, but not always easy.

        It means doing a few key things, very well, over and over:

        -> Having a clear philosophy you actually believe in
        -> Following it in good times and bad
        -> Refusing to let emotions drive decisions

        Our job is to close that gap between what you know you should do and what you actually do.


        Transforming Lives Through Financial Science

        Transforming lives through financial science

        Invest like a scientist, not a speculator.

        One of the most important choices you can make is how you choose to invest.

        We believe in investing like scientists.

        Our investment philosophy is:

        -> Grounded in economic theory
        -> Backed by decades of data and statistical research
        -> Structured, rules-based, and disciplined

        You don’t hire us for our opinions. You hire us for the evidence.

        We use a systematic, rules-based approach (“Investing 3.0”) that is built on academic research, not market guesses.

        The data is so compelling that it helps you stay disciplined when markets move.

        We do not:

        -> Chase short-term performance
        -> Try to time the market
        -> Pretend to know where markets are going next

        Instead, we:

        -> Understand your goals and time horizon
        -> Clarify how to view risk and volatility
        -> Design a portfolio that fits your life and stays responsive to changing needs

        Resource: Transforming lives through financial science: Download


        Changing the way investors think about investing

        It’s easy to feel anxious about investing.

        Turn on the TV or open your news feed, and you see:

        -> Commentators predicting the next crash or boom
        -> Confident calls about interest rates, inflation, or elections
        -> Charts and opinions that sound convincing, but don’t help you act wisely

        Be wary of anyone who claims to know where markets are going next.

        The results of money managers who try to time markets or pick winners have been studied repeatedly. There is no solid evidence that they add value beyond what you’d expect by chance, especially after fees and taxes.

        The good news: You can have a rewarding investment experience without trying to outguess the market.

        You may need to rethink how you approach investing.


        What is Evidence-Based Investing?

        A rules-based, repeatable way to build wealth.

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        Evidence-based investing is a disciplined approach to building portfolios that:

        -> Captures the long-term returns of global markets
        -> Systematically manages risks and costs
        -> Removes emotional, “beat-the-market” decision-making

        Instead of chasing stories, we focus on:

        -> Asset allocation (how much you hold in stocks, bonds, etc.)
        -> Broad diversification across countries, sectors, and factors
        -> Low, transparent costs
        -> Tax-aware implementation
        -> Behaviour coaching so you stick with the plan

        We believe evidence-based investing is a better approach.

        Want To See How This Applies To You? Book 1:1 Time With Me

        10 Key Principles To Improve Your Odds Of Investing Success

        Key principles to improve your odds of Investing success

        A plain-language guide to what actually matters.

        You’ve likely asked yourself questions on your investing journey.

        You’re not alone, and you’re not supposed to have all the answers.

        To help, we’ve put together 10 key investing principles that every serious investor should understand.

        Inside, you’ll find:

        -> How to think about market ups and downs
        -> Why costs and behaviour matter more than forecasts
        -> How to set realistic expectations for returns
        -> The role of diversification and discipline

        View the 10 Key Principles Guide

         

        Investing: The Evidence Documentary

        See the research in action.

        We invite you to watch the documentary “Investing: The Evidence.”

        It walks through the data and ideas behind an evidence-based approach.

        While you watch, please take note of:

        -> What you like
        -> What you’re unsure about
        -> What challenges your current beliefs

        We’d love to hear your thoughts and questions.

        Disclaimer: This page is intended to provide insight into our investment beliefs before we meet and is not investment advice. We look forward to meeting with you, in person or virtually, to discuss your objectives. Please speak with a qualified investment professional before making any investment decisions.


        Our Process (How We Invest With You)

        Clear steps. No black box.

        Step 1: Understand you

        -> Your goals and time horizons
        -> Your retirement and lifestyle targets
        -> Your comfort with risk and volatility

        Step 2: Build your evidence-based portfolio

        -> Asset mix aligned with your goals
        -> Diversified, rules-based investments
        -> Focus on costs, tax, and simplicity

        Step 3: Implement and monitor

        -> We put the plan in place with you
        -> We review and rebalance when needed
        -> We keep you informed so you understand what’s happening

        Step 4: Coach through the ups and downs

        -> We help you stay disciplined when markets move
        -> We remind you of the plan when emotions run high
        -> We adjust the plan when your life changes, not when headlines do

        Schedule My Evidence-Based Portfolio Review

        Patience is a virtue

        The price of long-term returns is short-term discomfort.

        "The big money is not in the buying or selling, but in the waiting." - Charlie Munger

        What is the secret to a successful long-term retirement plan?

        Patience.

        “The big money is not in the buying or the selling, but in the waiting.”
        — Charlie Munger

        To avoid running out of money over a long retirement, you must accept one simple truth:

        Your investments will go up and down in the short term.

        That volatility is not a problem to eliminate. It is the price you pay for the higher long-term returns that equities have historically delivered.

        Like most worthwhile things in life, there is a cost:

        -> The cost of staying invested when markets drop
        -> The cost of ignoring scary headlines
        -> The cost of trusting a plan instead of your fear

        Our job is to help you understand that price and decide how much volatility you can honestly live with.


         

        Common Questions

        “Will you try to time the market for me?”
        No. The weight of the evidence shows that market timing is a losing game over time. We focus on planning, structure, and behaviour, not prediction.

        “Can I still have input on my investments?”
        Yes. Your goals, preferences, and values are central. We educate, recommend, and implement with you, not to you.

        “What if markets drop right after I invest?”
        Markets rise and fall. No one knows when. We design your plan with that reality in mind, not in spite of it. We’ll talk through scenarios before you invest, so you know what to expect.

        “Is this investment advice?”
        Not on this page. This page shares our beliefs and process. Actual advice is always tailored to your specific situation.


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        • Planning/
          • What to expect: Goals -> Plan -> Products -> Course Correct
          • Why: Evidence-Based (Academic) Investing
          • The Ultimate Estate Planning Checklist
          • Fee Options and Disclosure
        • Resources/
          • Parents: If you died last night, would your family's lifestyle survive?
          • Assured Access: Guaranteed Health Coverage For Life
          • Blue Cross Health: Flexible Health Coverage
          • Manulife Instant Travel Coverage
          • *10 Days, 10 Visuals, 10 Lessons*
          • Health Spending Accounts
          • Get Cyber Safe
        • Downloads/
          • Contact/
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