What services do you offer?
We offer comprehensive financial planning services that cover all aspects
of personal finance, including retirement planning, investment management,
tax planning, estate planning, and insurance analysis.
What experience and qualifications do your advisors have?
Pat Carson has over 15 years of experience, serving hundreds of clients
in the financial services industry and holds a variety of professional designations.
How do you charge for your services?
We charge a fee for our services that is based on a percentage of assets
under management or a flat fee. We believe in being transparent about
our fees and strive to provide value to our clients.
What is your investment philosophy?
Our investment philosophy is based on a long-term, diversified, and
low-cost approach to investing. We believe in investing in a mix of
asset classes that are appropriate for each client's risk tolerance and
investment goals, as well as care for sustainability, diversity, equity
and environmental impact.
How often will we meet to review my financial plan?
We typically meet with our clients on a quarterly or annual basis to
review their financial plans and investment portfolios. We also
encourage clients to reach out to us whenever they have questions or
concerns.
How do you ensure that my investments are aligned with my values and beliefs?
We take a values-based approach to investing and work with clients to
identify their personal values and beliefs. We then use this information
to develop an investment strategy that aligns with their values and
beliefs.
How do you manage risk in my investment portfolio?
We manage risk in our clients' investment portfolios by diversifying
their holdings across multiple asset classes and sectors. We also
periodically rebalance their portfolios to ensure that they remain
aligned with their investment objectives.
What types of clients do you work with?
We work with a wide range of clients, including individuals, families,
and small business owners. We believe in building long-term
relationships with our clients and helping them achieve their financial
goals at every stage of life.
Can you help me plan for retirement and is it too late?
It is never too late to start. We offer comprehensive retirement planning services that help
our clients plan for a comfortable retirement. We take into account factors
such as retirement income needs, social security benefits, and
healthcare costs to develop a retirement plan that is tailored to each
client's needs.
What is your approach to estate planning?
We take a comprehensive approach to estate planning that includes a
review of each client's current estate plan, the identification of
potential estate planning issues, and the development of a plan to
address those issues. We work closely with our clients' estate planning
attorneys to ensure that their estate plans are aligned with their goals
and objectives.
Can you help me with post-secondary education planning for my children?
Yes, we offer college planning services that help our clients save for
their children's education. We work with our clients to identify the
best savings vehicles and develop a plan that maximizes their savings.
How do you stay up-to-date on changes in the financial industry?
We stay up-to-date on changes in the financial industry by attending
industry conferences, participating in continuing education programs,
and staying informed about the latest trends and developments in the
financial services industry.
How do you stay up-to-date on changes in the financial industry?
We take confidentiality very seriously and have strict policies and
procedures in place to protect our clients' confidential information. We
will never share your personal or financial information without your
consent.
Call Pat: (289) 971-6012
Aligned Capital Partners Inc. (“ACPI”) is a full-service investment dealer and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (“CIPF”) and Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (“CIRO”). Investment services are provided through Brightside Portfolios an approved trade name of ACPI. Only investment-related products and services are offered through ACPI/Brightside Portfolios and covered by the CIPF. Financial planning and Insurance services are provided through Brightside Wealth. Brightside Wealth is an independent company separate and distinct from ACPI/Brightside Portfolios.