Reference no: EM133144709
Question - Bill and Angela Thomas, age 56 and 58, just inherited $200,000 from a distant relative. They are now trying to assess how to invest the proceeds.
Time Horizon - 5 years to retirement and projected normal retirement lifespan to age 90
Risk Tolerance - Medium
Financial Situation:
$100,000 in savings (RSPs and TFSAs)
No pension plans, heavy debt burden ($600,000 mortgage @ 2%)
Combined income of $100,000/year
No emergency funds
Cash Flow is tight each month
Family Situation - no children, ailing parent to support and lives in their house
Investment Knowledge - low, and they generally prefer managed products
1. Build a suitable Investment Portfolio (Asset Allocation and Product Level). Indicate the account types that you would recommend and allocate the $ accordingly (i.e. RRSP, TFSA, etc.).
2. Provide Rationale as to why you recommended what you recommended and show your client proposal report.