We need to learn how to simplify our lives and ask for help It’s not uncommon to feel completely overwhelmed by things, and to wish that life were simpler and less stressful. Do you feel like you never get around…
Given the problems encountered by some large financial institutions in the United States, how concerned should we be about the state of the life insurance industry in Canada? It is a fact that over the past decade the number of…
Depression is a common illness that can be overcome When it comes to understanding the prevalence of depression, the statistics speak for themselves. Experts say that 5% to 12% of all men will experience an episode of major depression at…
Most parents feel strongly about ensuring that their children are treated equally in their will. For many, this is a moral obligation, and, on the surface that would seem easy to accommodate. Often, however, this is not the case. Most…
While most business owners realize the benefits of corporate-owned insurance, many do not realize that flexible life insurance products such as universal life can provide them with the protection they need as well as a source of cash for business…
By BrighterLife.ca Canada’s aging population is going to have a significant impact on our health care needs and costs. According to The Sun Life Canadian Health Index, 90% of Canadians anticipate a financial impact if they were to experience a major…
Sharpen a dull memory with this creamy chip dip: hummus. Eating foods rich in B vitamins and omega-3s, like hummus, can be a real memory booster, according to Samantha Heller, author of Get Smart. And these nutrients will be especially…
By now all the enthusiastic New Year’s Resolutions have fallen by the way-side, collecting dust bunnies beside the gym bag in the back of the closet.
By Brenda Spiering, Editor, BrighterLife.ca You don’t need to be born with a silver spoon in your mouth to build wealth. With the right products, you can grow and protect a healthy nest egg. Here are five key financial products…