Estate Planning: Securing Your Legacy and Peace of Mind

Will & Estate Planning Estate planning is an often overlooked but crucial aspect of financial health. Whether you’re updating existing documents or preparing them for the first time, it’s a step that can’t be ignored. At its core, estate planning encompasses three key documents: Last Will and Testament, Personal Directive, and Power of Attorney. Your…

The Heart of HGA: Santas Anonymous

-The main difference between TFSAs and RRSPs is access: you can invest in and withdraw from a TFSA with near total freedom, while an RRSP is much more limited.

-TFSAs have a lower contribution limit than RRSPs, however both have very specific contribution limits.

-A TFSA are more of an investment account than a traditional savings account.

-You can only contribute cash savings to an RRSP.
Contributions to RRSPs are tax-deductible.

-A TFSA is a great option if you think you may need access to the funds before you retire.

-You cannot (in most circumstances) invest or withdraw your RRSP funds until age 55

Alberta Jobs Now Program

-The main difference between TFSAs and RRSPs is access: you can invest in and withdraw from a TFSA with near total freedom, while an RRSP is much more limited.

-TFSAs have a lower contribution limit than RRSPs, however both have very specific contribution limits.

-A TFSA are more of an investment account than a traditional savings account.

-You can only contribute cash savings to an RRSP.
Contributions to RRSPs are tax-deductible.

-A TFSA is a great option if you think you may need access to the funds before you retire.

-You cannot (in most circumstances) invest or withdraw your RRSP funds until age 55

Douglas Peterson joins HGA Law

HGA Law Merger Announcement

Jason Banack, Principal, and the entire staff at the HGA Group are extremely excited to announce the merger of DHP Business Counsel and HGA Law.   Douglas Peterson has been practicing law and advising private companies for more than 23 years across a variety of industries including environmental, biotech, life sciences, and real estate investment.…

Oilersnation.com has teamed up with the HGA Group to support local companies.

News Release: Oilersnation Teams Up with the HGA Group

EDMONTON, Alberta – Oilersnation.com, an Edmonton-based online phenom co-founded by entrepreneurs Jay Downton and Clark Murray, has teamed up with the HGA Group to build, support, and grow local companies.   “Working alongside Oilersnation really allows us to bring out all of our services in full force to help an icon of the local business…

Managing Your Financial Institution Risk

Managing Your Financial Institution Risk There are multiple risk factors that are included on any business’ financial statement: FX (foreign exchange) risk Geographical risk Accounts receivable risk Geopolitical risk While these risk factors do provide a lot of insight into what can affect a business’ ability to grow, to acquire loans, and even survive through…

How to Keep Your Top Talent During Mergers and Acquisitions

Any significant organizational change can affect your talent retention.. Here are some strategies that your company can use to ensure that you retain as many of your talented employees as possible:  CONDUCT A ROUND OF STAY INTERVIEWS :  This shows your team how much management values their needs and concerns. This is especially crucial during big transitions. OFFER LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Opportunities…