The value of independent financial advice cannot be measured in dollars and cents. At Mackenzie, we recommend that all of our mutual fund customers seek advice regularly to ensure that they are on the right path to meeting their financial goals - you cannot put a price on knowing that you have a secure and happy future. While we cannot pretend to be able to match the advice of your advisor, we hope the following will help you when discussing with your advisor when you should invest and what products to buy.

Professional advice makes a difference...
There are more than 2,500 mutual funds available in Canada. Without professional help, selecting the right ones could be time-consuming and costly. We are so confident in the value of financial advice, that Mackenzie only offers its funds through independent advisors nationwide.

Reduce risk by diversifying your investments...
Take advantage of the vast range of available choices and include a mix of investments in your retirement portfolio. Diversification reduces risk by ensuring that even if one choice doesn't perform well, the rest of your portfolio will likely soften the blow. Ask your advisor about the various ways to diversify by mixing asset classes, geographic regions, currencies and portfolio management styles.

Smooth out volatility by investing for the long term...
One of the most often repeated truths about investing is that your investments will always fluctuate in value. Some days they'll go up; some days they'll go down. Over time though, gains will compound and daily fluctuations will mean less and less.

Grow your portfolio by choosing investments wisely...
It's virtually impossible to time the markets effectively. No one really knows when a particular security has reached its maximum value, and no one can predict exactly when a stock will fall. The best choice is a careful one. Once you've selected your investment, hold onto it through the ups and downs. You'll save on transaction costs and avoid the high price of selling because you panicked.

Grow your portfolio automatically...
Through pre-authorized chequing programs (PAC), small amounts of money are automatically withdrawn from your bank account and invested on a regular basis. It can be a painless process – out of sight, out of mind. Contact your advisor about setting up a PAC. It’s easy and it’s free.

Expand your horizons...
Only 3% of the world's capital markets lie within Canada's borders. Despite the strength of our domestic markets, wise investors will search the world over to find investments that fit their goals. Mackenzie offers global funds that provide additional exposure to international markets.