January 2019
Define.Plan.Achieve
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Healthy resolutions can include coffee

Up until a few years ago, mainstream medicine was convinced that coffee was (mostly) bad for you. But in recent years, we’ve seen a slew of studies that prove the opposite may be true.
Patrick Cox, chief science officer at Health & Wealth Research and editor of the Transformational Technology Alert, is a passionate advocate of coffee’s benefits. Here is his fascinating assessment...
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Charitable Giving Update

Thanks to your generosity and our matching program, together we donated $3,450 to 21 deserving charities in 2018.
To date, that brings our charitable giving total to $41,815.

Thanks to everyone who contributed to their favourite charity and allowed us to match that donation.
We couldn't have done it without you!

We look forward to an even bigger contribution for 2019.
Tax Season is Upon Us
A few key things to note:

March 1st, 2019:
is the RRSP deadline for 2018 contributions. If you wish to contribute before the deadline, be sure to contact the office.

New Tax Free Savings Account limit for 2019:
Good news from Canada Revenue Agency! For 2019, the new yearly limit for deposit to a TFSA has been increased from $5,500 to $6,000.
For more information on TFSAs, visit the CRA website
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Show patience in a world of instant gratification
Commentary courtesy of Edgepoint Wealth:

We live in a world where we expect results right now. We want same-day package delivery, faster Internet speeds, coffee ready for pickup before we even get to the café and a hot date by tomorrow night. Instant gratification has become an obsession. It doesn’t help that our attention spans keep getting shorter.

January's Deeper Dive
The recent wild rides in the stock market may have some investors feeling anxious. This article from our friends at Vanguard Investments may help to clarify:
It's been a bit of a roller coaster ride the past few weeks in the global markets, but that recent volatility should not be unexpected. In our 2019 outlook, we believe...

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Helping you grow, protect and leave a legacy

This information has been prepared by Greg Frost who is an Investment Advisor for HollisWealth® and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of HollisWealth. HollisWealth® is a division of Industrial Alliance Securities Inc., a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada. The information contained in this newsletter comes from sources we believe reliable, but we cannot guarantee its accuracy or reliability. The opinions expressed are based on an analysis and interpretation dating from the date of publication and are subject to change without notice. Furthermore, they do not constitute an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any of the securities mentioned. The information contained herein may not apply to all types of investors. The Investment Advisor can open accounts only in the provinces in which they are registered. HollisWealth® is a division of Industrial Alliance Securities Inc., a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada. For more information about HollisWealth, please consult the official website at www.holliswealth.com . Insurance products provided through Hollis Insurance Inc.