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At Bâtirente, every day is Earth Day
Did you know that Earth Day was first celebrated on April 22, 1970? At Bâtirente, climate change has been one of the ongoing drivers of our responsible investment (RI) action to date. In our communications, we often talk about our actions related to RI, but how do we define this concept and why is it important?
Reinvesting your tax refund really pays off!
Are you receiving a tax refund this year? There are several advantages to reinvesting that money. Of course, you could use it to treat yourself or your family but consider how contributing the tax refund to your TFSA or your RRSP could work for you.
Our funds at a glance
Each quarter, Bâtirente’s Investment Strategy Manager, Jean-François Dumais, shares our funds’ performance results with you and offers his comments regarding financial markets. This issue is a recap of 2021.
Advantages of the Bâtirente RRSP: register to our information session!
The RRSP season is in full swing. Sign up for our free virtual information session! Whether it’s to save for retirement, buy or build your first home or finance a return to school, we can help you plan your future with the Bâtirente RRSP.
RRSP: 6 mistakes to avoid
An RRSP is an excellent retirement savings tool. Still, you should be aware of the rules and other good practices that come with it. Here are 6 mistakes to avoid if you want to get the most from your plan.
Go from dream to reality
New year, new start! How about making 2022 the year you start saving up for your dreams? Start by asking yourself the right questions to fulfill your short-, medium- or long-term goals. Buy your first home? Travel the world? Go back to school? As a Bâtirente member, you’re in the right place to make your plan and bring your dreams to life.
Year-end statement: is your file up to date?
Financial statements as of December 31 will be deposited in the My account secure section at the beginning of the year. This statement provides a comprehensive financial picture of the past year. You will receive an email when your statement will be available online if you have checked the Electronic or Electronic and paper option in the communication preferences of your profile.
Satisfied with your returns?
Are you likely wondering what to do to increase the return on your investments? The best investment strategy is one that reflects your projects, your retirement dreams, your personal situation and your risk tolerance. It’s easier than you think! If you want investments with a higher return potential, then you need to be aware that they will also have a higher risk potential. On the other hand, if you want investments with a lower risk potential, then you can expect a lower return potential.
Positive performance of the Diversified funds in the third quarter
As in the first semester, the Bâtirente Diversified Funds performed positively in the third quarter, posting returns of between 0.8% and 1.3%, based on the risk profile. The positive track record of these Diversified funds has been largely due to the performance of our various equity portfolios and our ESG-listed real assets portfolio.
Saving, a great strategy!
Did you know October is Savings Month? At Bâtirente, we take to heart our mission to support you in all your projects. Regardless of your age, it’s never too early or too late to start saving and planning for projects or your retirement! Our article presents four tips to reach your goals.