FAQs

What will it cost?

While the initial consultation is always free, the fees and commissions associated with each client can vary according to the type of product or service. This will be discussed at the first meeting. Clients can choose to pay on a commission basis or pay a fee based on the assets under management.  

What is a CFP®?

A Certified Financial Planner™ is an individual who has passed a rigorous examination set by the CFP® board of standards and must participate in a program of continued education. All CFP® certificants who provide financial planning services will be held to the duty of care of a fiduciary and must abide by the board's Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct. Not all financial planners are certified.

Who is your broker/dealer?

Securities are offered through Lanark Financial, a member of FINRA & SIPC.

Who is your account custodian?

Client accounts are cleared through RBC Clearing & Custody, a wholly owned subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America's largest and most stable financial institutions. Backed with a strong financial profile, RBC was recently ranked one of the top 10 safest banks in the world by Global Finance Magazine, and the number 1 safest in the US.