
As an Investment & Insurance Advisor, I've witnessed firsthand the challenges Canadian homeowners face. Rising costs, economic uncertainty, and the pressure of balancing mortgage payments with retirement planning leave many feeling like they're running in place financially.
What's become increasingly clear is that traditional financial advice often falls short. Most Canadians are told to pay down their mortgage first, then start investing—a sequential approach that costs them decades of potential growth and tax advantages.
That's why I became a Smith Manoeuvre Certified Professional™.
This strategy offers a powerful alternative that allows homeowners to convert their mortgage into a wealth-building tool without finding extra room in their monthly budget.
What drives me is helping clients achieve financial outcomes they once thought impossible. By transforming how your largest expense works for you, we can create a path to both mortgage freedom and investment growth simultaneously.
Let's explore how this approach might work for your specific situation.
-Michael

Michael P. Wood, Investment & Insurance Advisor
Smith Manoeuvre Certified Professional™
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Investment & Insurance Advisor | Financial Professional Since 2011
I help Canadians build wealth, reduce debt, and protect what matters most. With a decade and a half of experience in financial services, I specialize in investment strategies, insurance planning, and tax-efficient solutions like the Smith Manoeuvre™, where I’m proud to be a Certified Professional (SMCP™).
Creating wealth for my clients isn’t just a job—it’s a passion. I believe in practical, proven strategies that empower families to grow their net worth with confidence. I take pride in being a trusted guide for my clients’ financial journeys, always with their long-term well-being at heart.
Outside of work, I’m a proud husband and father of three amazing kids. We love to travel, make memories, and enjoy life—values I carry into every financial strategy we incorporate for our clients.
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