Bringing Pension Power to Your Portfolio (Ep. 56)

Welcome to Your Life and Money, where we believe that financial planning is not just about the numbers—it's about your life. Host Tim Borody is joined by special guest, Abena (Abie) Quayson, CFA, a new Portfolio Manager with Harbourfront Wealth, who is here to help you get the best life possible with the money you have.In this episode, we explore how aligning your money with your values and priorities is the key to financial success. Abie shares her fascinating journey from a background in institutional finance—managing money for major Canadian pension funds to bringing that same world-class expertise to everyday Canadian investors. Learn about the strategies previously reserved for only the largest funds and how they can benefit you.Expert Investment Strategy for Every Canadian: Behind the Scenes with a Portfolio ManagerInstitutional vs. Retail Investing: Understand the difference between managing a massive pension fund and tailoring investment products for individual clients. Harbourfront is dedicated to providing "pension store management for retail".Philosophy of Long-Term Value: Hear Abie's investment philosophy, which is grounded in long-term value creation through diversification and risk management.Demystifying Liquid Alternatives: Get a clear explanation of "liquid alternative" investments. These unique investments behave differently from traditional equities and bonds and are used to potentially reduce volatility while increasing returns for your portfolio.Emerging Market Opportunities: Explore current global opportunities, including why emerging markets like India are showing potential for significant long-term GDP growth. These markets are also seen as having lower valuations than the U.S..Financial planning is about more than just money—it's about living the life you want. Take some time to reflect on your goals and priorities, and tune in to discover the insights and strategies to help you create a plan that aligns with your vision for the future.