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Our advice is objective and our fees are transparent. We have complete independence when it comes to recommending investment solutions and our pricing is always competitive, transparent and straightforward.

With traditional investing you pay a commission for each transaction but with fee-based investing you simply pay a monthly or quarterly fee that is calculated as a percentage of your assets.

Why is fee-based investing a better choice?

  1. Your investment expenses are always clear and predictable.
  2. Certain fees paid to manage your account may be tax-deductible¹.
  3. Your advisor’s compensation only increases if your investments grow.

 

Fee-based solution How is your money managed? Consider this solution if...
Lombard Account
Invest in a wide range of stocks, bonds, mutual funds and other securities.		 Your Wellington West Advisor works with you to design and manage a fully customized portfolio.

You want advice and flexibility with the simplicity of a single fee.
Wrap Programs
Invest in institutional-grade investment pools containing multiple asset managers.		 Your Wellington West Advisor recommends an asset allocation portfolio managed by some of Canada’s leading fund management companies. You want the convenience of a fully- managed portfolio solution and the expertise of multiple asset managers working on your behalf.
Minimum investment: $25,000.
Waterfront (SMA)
Have your portfolio managed by one or more leading investment management firms.		 Your Wellington West Advisor helps you define a personal Investment Policy Statement (IPS). The selected managers will invest in individual stocks and bonds to help you meet the objectives of your IPS. You want the highest level of discipline, asset management and tax efficiency.
Minimum investment: $150,000.

¹ Clients are advised to seek advice regarding their particular circumstances from their personal tax and legal advisors.