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  • Case Study: How One Family Reclaimed Control of Their $30M Portfolio A client came to us with a $30 million portfolio spread across three investment advisors. On the surface, everything seemed in order—diversified across Canadian and U.S. equities, fixed income,…

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  • Case Study: From Paper Trails to Peace of Mind When we meet families like this one, we often find a familiar story. Wealth built over time through hard work and intuition, now managed with the same habits that once served…

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  • Imagine walking into your kitchen each evening to find your dinner already prepared—tailored to your tastes, diet, and health goals. Everything is ready: the ingredients sourced, the appliances maintained, and the table set with care. All you have to do…

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  • As families grow in both size and wealth, the systems that once supported their financial lives often start to show strain. This is especially true for baby boomers who have spent decades managing their estates using familiar—but increasingly outdated—approaches. In…

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  • Wealthy investors often have complex financial lives, with multiple bank accounts, brokerage accounts, and credit card statements that need to be carefully documented and reconciled. Our bookkeeping and record-keeping service is designed to bring clarity and efficiency to this process.…

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  • Live Below Your Means Even with significant wealth, maintaining financial discipline is crucial. If you want wealth that lasts, avoid unnecessary extravagance and ensure your expenses don’t outpace your income or investment returns. Sustainable wealth is built on prudent spending,…

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  • Who We Are At Markdale Financial Management, we’re more than a family office—we’re your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of wealth. Our team is dedicated to providing high-quality financial stewardship for wealthy families, charitable foundations, and long-term investors. Furthermore,…

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  • When people hear ‘impact investing,’ they often think of philanthropy with a financial twist. But it’s more than that. Impact investments are about investing with intention—aligning your money with your values while still expecting solid financial returns. So, what really…

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  • Diversification with Purpose Diversifying your portfolio by asset class and investment manager is a sound strategy. It spreads risk and provides exposure to various management styles and market perspectives. However, many investors inadvertently over-diversify within the same asset class. For…

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  • Technology is reshaping the way family offices operate, streamlining financial management, enhancing security, and improving decision-making. But what role does technology play in your wealth management? Not everyone embraces digital transformation at the same pace. And, some family members may…

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