The 9 Freedom Steps

A clear, simple path to build stability, eliminate debt, grow wealth, and create the life you were meant to live.

Your Financial Priorities

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Client & Partner Information

Retirement Goals

Assets

Examples: chequing, savings, RRSP, TFSA, FHSA, home, non-registered, real estate, business ownership.

Liabilities

Examples: mortgage, car loan, credit card, line of credit, student/personal loan.

Insurance Coverage

Examples: life, critical illness, disability, home/auto, group benefits.

Notes

Use this space for any extra information, clarifications, or special circumstances.

Get Aligned To Your Freedom Number

  • Your north star – the wealth you need to cover your lifestyle indefinitely.

  • Assessment of current assets alignment to Freedom Number (FIN)

Activate Free Government Benefits (RESPs & RDSPs)

  • Open RESP – Capture the Canada Learning Bond (CLB): a one-time $500 amount + $100 per year

  • Open RDSP – Capture the Canada Disability Savings Bond (CDSB): $1,000 per year, retroactive to the year of DTC approval

Implement Insurance & Protection Strategy

  • Protect your income, your family, and your future from life’s biggest risks. The right strategy ensures one crisis doesn’t wipe out everything you’ve built.

Build a $1,500 Emergency Fund & Zero-Based Budget

  • Save a quick $1,500 buffer to cover small emergencies and prevent new debt.

  • Create a zero-based budget: assign every dollar a purpose — spending, saving, or giving.

Implement Debt Elimination Strategy

  • Eliminate all debt outside of the mortgage - credit cards, lines of credit, car loans.

Maximize Wealth-Building Strategy

  • Get on track to reach your Freedom Number (FIN) by contributing the right amounts.

  • Grow your wealth tax-efficiently by using the right registered accounts.

Invest in Your Children's Future

  • Contribute to RESP for maximum funding

Become Mortgage Free

  • Consider using accelerated biweekly payments, lump sums, and prepayments to pay off your home faster and save thousands in interest.

Experience Financial Freedom & Live Generously

  • Celebrate reaching financial freedom — travel, lifestyle upgrades, and peace of mind.

  • Use your resources to give back: church, charities, community, and family.

  • Shift from success → significance.

  • True legacy = wealth + wisdom + values passed on.