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I found this article important even if dementia hasn’t touched you or a family member, yet. Given the rising prevalence of the disease, it is essential to understand and plan for its impact. Learn what increasing rates of dementia may mean for you and your family’s financial future and your financial plan. Feel free to contact us if we can help.

What the rise of dementia may mean for your financial future - RBC Wealth Management If you or a loved one is diagnosed with any form of dementia, the financial stakes are high.

A split Congress is less common than one might think, with this being only the sixth instance since 1951. What impact will this and other factors have on U.S. equity markets moving forward?

U.S. midterm elections: What investors need to know - RBC Wealth Management When it comes to setting the investment agenda, theres something else that supersedes the political drama of the midterm elections. Read more:

Is the new tax law changing how you save for retirement? Adding this savings plan could be extremely beneficial for certain successful professionals and small business owners.

Rich Professionals Are Using Pension Plans as a Tax Dodge There’s one area where the traditional pension plan is getting new life -- as a tax dodge for wealthy business owners.

If you are looking forward to retirement, you're not alone! You might want to check off these boxes before making your retirement official. #5 is especially overlooked.

5 things you must do before you retire Check off these boxes before making your retirement official.

Congratulations, your child is headed off to college! There are crucial lessons to be taught in order to ensure your child has responsible money habits throughout and beyond college.

4 Money Conversations To Have Before College Drop-Off Day Whether it's your first child going to college or your fourth, money conversations with your kids make a difference. Have these important talks before your child goes to college this year.

Interesting insight on the U.S. and China trade dispute as well as how it has weakened Chinese equities. How will the Asian market recover and what impact will this have on investors in the months to come?

In the trenches of the China and U.S. trade dispute - RBC Wealth Management Chinese equities have been weak for several reasons, notably the U.S.-China trade dispute, which has no easy fix due to the nature of U.S. demands.

It can be easy to put off preparing for the financial realities of health care as we age. Learn why Medicare is not a one-size-fits-all program, and how you can better plan for retirement.

Medicare: The ABCs (and Ds) of health insurance - RBC Wealth Management It's easy to think of Medicare as a single program that automatically activates at age 65, but it's not that simple. Here are some things to consider.

Wondering how the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will affect the U.S. economy and equity markets? Read our experts’ predictions on the recently enacted $1.5 trillion bill.

Tax reform and U.S. equities: A less taxing situation - RBC Wealth Management Sweeping tax relief will reshape the U.S. corporate environment, boosting prospects for earnings, the economy, and shareholders.

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24 hidden iPhone settings you should know about Dig deeper into iOS.

The latest tax reform changes set in motion the most significant changes for individuals and corporations since 1986. In our latest article, we look at how these changes will affect you and your family.

How will tax reform affect you? - RBC Wealth Management Will your tax rate increase or decrease? Will you be able to take the same deductions? Here are five areas to look at.

It may not be as exciting when you open the box on Christmas, but there can be greater satisfaction – and long-term benefits – to giving a gift that doesn't fit in a box or come tied with a bow.

Why financial gifts are hot this holiday season - RBC Wealth Management Giving a gift that doesn't fit in a box or come tied with a bow can bring great satisfaction - and long-term benefits.

Following a prolonged period of record-low interest rates and unprecedented monetary stimulus, we look at the potential outcomes as central banks begin to withdraw these measures.

Dialing back policy stimulus - RBC Wealth Management With many economies on a firm growth footing, central banks think its time to start to transition policy from extraordinary to ordinary.