Investment guidance

Smart Investment Guidance. No Plan Required.

Whether you want investments that work alongside a full financial plan or simply want your money in the hands of a team you can trust, DesignWealth provides investment guidance tailored to your situation. We work with clients at every stage. And we only recommend what we hold ourselves.

Open to investment-only clients
CIRO regulated
No investment minimums
We hold what we recommend
Our Approach

We Invest in What We Recommend. Here Is What That Means for You.

DesignWealth's investment philosophy has one rule that does not change: we only work with investments the team knows, researches, and holds personally. Nothing we would not put our own money, our family's money, or our friends' money in. That standard applies to every client at every stage.

For clients with a financial plan, investment guidance is woven directly into that plan. Every account, every contribution strategy, and every registered account decision works as one coordinated whole, reviewed semi-annually as part of the planning process.

For investment-only clients, the same standards apply. You work with the full DesignWealth team, receive guidance aligned to your goals and timeline, and have your account reviewed formally every two years. In the off year, we check in to make sure nothing significant has changed.

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Reviewing a portfolio dashboard with a Wealth Mentor
What We Help With

Investment Guidance Tailored to You

Every situation is different. Here's how we help at each stage.

Regular Reviews & KYC Updates

Your investments are reviewed on a regular schedule. We update your Know Your Client profile and adjust your strategy as your life and goals evolve.

Tax-Smart Placement

Which investments belong in your RRSP vs. TFSA vs. non-registered account? We optimize placement to minimize taxes and maximize growth.

RRSP, TFSA & FHSA Guidance

Which to prioritize, how much to contribute, and when - including the new First Home Savings Account for first-time buyers. Tailored to your income bracket and life stage.

RESP Planning

Maximize the Canada Education Savings Grant and build a plan for your children's education with the right investment mix for their timeline.

Retirement Income Planning

As retirement approaches, we help you build a withdrawal approach that sustains your nest egg through retirement while continuing to grow it, without taking on undue risk.

How Investment Guidance Fits Into Your Plan

For Planning + Implementation clients, investments aren't a separate decision - they're how the plan you've built actually gets put to work.

1

Goals First

We understand your life goals before discussing any investments. Your portfolio serves your plan, not the other way around.

2

Build Together

We guide account setup, contribution strategies, and asset allocation - explaining everything in plain language.

3

Review Regularly

Investment reviews are built into your service schedule. We monitor performance, update your KYC profile, and adjust strategy as your life evolves.

4

Stay Coordinated

Your investments are always aligned with your tax strategy, insurance coverage, and broader financial plan.

Account Types We Work With

Every Account, One Coordinated Strategy

Investment Questions

Do I need a minimum amount to start investing with DesignWealth?
No. There is no investment account minimum. Whether you're starting with small contributions or bringing over a six-figure portfolio, we work with you to build the right strategy for where you are right now.
How often are my investments reviewed?
For planning clients, investment reviews are built into your semi-annual service schedule. For investment-only clients, we conduct a formal review every two years with an informal check-in in the off year to make sure nothing significant has changed. If markets shift meaningfully or your circumstances change, we will reach out proactively.
Can I keep my existing investments?
DesignWealth works with investments the team knows, researches, and holds personally. If your existing investments include products outside of what we work with, we will be transparent about that and explain our thinking. Some clients hold investments we can work with. Others need to make changes. Either way, we walk you through the reasoning before anything moves.
Let's Talk

Investment Guidance That Works for You. Plan or No Plan.

A complimentary meeting to understand your situation, your goals, and whether DesignWealth is the right fit. No plan required. No pressure to commit.