Successful wealth management is an ongoing process. It involves regular communication, a clear understanding of your current and future financial needs and commitment to a systematic wealth management process that cycles through six phases. I have been successfully implementing this process for years to help Canadian families develop comprehensive wealth management plans and realize their lifetime goals:
1. Profiling — Gather information and data to profile you and your needs accurately.
2. Financial analysis — Prepare a comprehensive financial plan addressing current financial situation, time frame, risk tolerance, goals and expectations.
3. Asset allocation — Prepare the Investment Policy Statement, incorporating your asset allocation strategy.
4. Investment selection and management — Select specific investments and implement strategy to coordinate with the Investment Policy Statement.
5. Monitoring and review — Monitor financial plan and portfolio, adjust as necessary, and prepare regular customized performance reports with portfolio analysis.
6. Ongoing education — Discuss prevailing market conditions, relevant investment strategies and broader financial matters on an ongoing basis.