Darren St-Georges
Senior Wealth Advisor
Darren St-Georges, BA, B. Comm
Education & Experience
Bachelor of Commerce in Finance from John Molson School of Business
15 years of experience
Associations & Accreditations
IIROC (Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada)
About Darren St-Georges
Darren St-Georges is a senior wealth management advisor at Assante with over 15 years of experience. Assisted by a team of experts, he has helped many clients, such as dentists, health professionals and business owners, to understand complex financial issues and achieve their financial goals. Darren offers a personalized and integrated approach to wealth management. His mission is to use his experience and skills to bring financial peace of mind to his clients, also writing about wealth management, tax planning, insurance planning, retirement income planning. Contact Darren for expert wealth management advice.
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Recent Articles
Understanding the New Capital Gains Tax Rules and How They Affect You
Effective June 25, 2024, significant changes to the capital gains tax rules came into effect in Canada. As a business owner, it's essential to understand these changes and how they may affect your individual or corporate taxation planning and investment strategies. In this blog, I explain the new capital gains changes and some incentives that can help you navigate them effectively. What Are Capital Gains? Let's start with the basics. [...]
RRSP, TFSA, RESP and FHSA 2023
With the New Year upon us, The St-Georges Group team would like to offer a reminder and some general information regarding some registered plans you may have. Note that some information may not apply to you. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) You have until March 1st 2023, to contribute towards the 2022 tax year. Please do not wait until the last minute as clients sometimes encounter unexpected last-minute obstacles. It would [...]
Why Trying to Time the Market is a Flawed Strategy for Physicians
In the world of personal finance and investing, there's a persistent debate about whether one can or should try to time the market. Many individuals, driven by a mix of intuition, fear, and ambition, believe they can outsmart the market by making precisely timed investments. But is it truly possible to predict market fluctuations consistently? The common adage, “time in the market beats timing the market,” highlights the pitfalls of [...]
Avoiding Financial Mistakes: Tips for Physicians in Relationships
One of the critical and often overlooked aspects of managing money is effective communication between partners. According to a survey by Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® professionals, a significant 22% of divorces are attributed to “money issues”, and physicians are no exception. Consequently, ensuring mutual understanding and alignment of financial goals and strategies within a committed relationship is pivotal in fostering financial harmony and avoiding potential conflicts. Why Financial Planning [...]