The material conflicts of interest that arise when wealth managers own their own fund companies are too often ignored or poorly managed, undermining an industry built on integrity and fair dealing. This remains one of the biggest blind spots in Canada’s regulatory landscape.
Real estate feels anything but predictable right now — and that’s exactly why perspective matters. Christopher Foster unpacks what’s really happening with REITs, from valuation shifts to investor behaviour, and what family offices should keep in mind before making their next move.
Christopher Foster shares the Foster Family Office’s strategy for managing long-term investments with stability and reduced volatility, helping you navigate market ups and downs confidently.
If one of our first clients happened to slip into a 28-year slumber, they would not recognize the firm we have become today. “People, Process and Products” have all undergone a massive revolution at Foster & Associates.
With current interest rates increasing due to the government of Canada’s attempt to combat rising inflation, now may be a good time to lock in a life annuity with possible higher income payouts.
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