Kyle Schell - IG Wealth Management

‘I Never Want It to End’: The Surprise Economic Boost for World Cup Host Cities As fears of a bust fizzled, venues including Philadelphia and Kansas City see increases in tourism.

Why More Millennials Are Buying Businesses Instead Of Starting Them Why more millennials are buying businesses instead of starting them and how acquisition entrepreneurship is creating a faster path to ownership and wealth.

4 Ways to Build Influence at Work Without Waiting for a Promotion After two decades and twelve corporate roles, one executive learned that influence — not authority — is what actually gets cross-functional teams to follow your lead.

Make the Most of Your Vacation When You Can’t Fully Unplug While advice abounds on the importance of fully unplugging during your hard-earned time off — and for good reason! — what should you do if you’re in a situation where you can’t be fully offline?

If you want your kids to thrive this summer, don’t just turn off their phones – open your front door, too Children’s worlds have been shrinking and it’s harming their mental health. It’s time for parents to be brave and allow them a little independence, says Lenore Skenazy, president of childhood independence nonprofit Let Grow.

The 2 brain-healthy habits a neurologist swears by — that have nothing to do with supplements or puzzles A record number of people are living past 100 years. It's also why preserving brain health is more important than ever.

Should Retirees Add an Annuity to Their Retirement Income Portfolio? Annuities can help you feel confident to enjoy a financially secure, healthy, and happy retirement.

4 technical signals lay out the road map for stocks through the rest of 2026 A rocky summer and a yearend rally looks like a plausible path for the US stock market for the remainder of 2026.

Why Canadian millennials may be the least happy to get your wedding invitation When wedding bells ring, alarm bells go off for the invited guests who are left with the question of how much to splurge, or whether they can afford to attend at all.

Retiring in the next 5–10 years?

One of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make is what to do with your pension and retirement income. The choices you make today can affect your financial security for decades to come.

Before making any major decisions, it can be helpful to sit down with someone who can walk you through your options and help you build a plan that fits your goals. Whether you’re retiring from the mining sector, a public sector career, or another employer with a pension, understanding your options before making a decision can make a meaningful difference.

I’m grateful to continue serving Ashcroft and the surrounding communities from my new Main Street office. Thank you to everyone who has stopped by or welcomed me into this new space—it has been wonderful getting settled.

If you’ve been thinking about retirement, have questions about your pension, or simply want a second opinion on your financial plan, I’d be happy to connect.