OUR STORY
Cardinal Point is a cross-border wealth management firm with offices in both Canada and the U.S. We focus on providing personalized investment, estate, tax and cross-border financial planning solutions to affluent individuals and families.
OUR STORY
Cardinal Point is a cross-border wealth management firm with offices in both the U.S. and Canada. We focus on providing personalized investment, estate, tax and cross-border financial planning solutions to affluent individuals and families.
Our Approach
Recognizing the importance of a patient, prudent approach, we combine innovative investment skill and knowledge with conservative planning beliefs. Cardinal Point is dedicated to meeting the needs of our clients in the areas of capital preservation, tax planning, risk management, and delivery of long-term investment returns through varying economic and market cycles.
What sets us apart
We specialize in working with Canadian and U.S. residents, Canadian and American expatriates, and those immigrating to Canada and the U.S. from abroad. Our customized domestic and cross-border wealth, financial and tax planning services, as well as investment policy creation, asset allocation and portfolio management, give us the ability to oversee and advance the goals of our clients wherever they call home.
Our Commitment to You
As a client of Cardinal Point, you can enjoy the assurance that comes with having a team of experienced, multidisciplinary professionals working with you to build a comprehensive wealth plan tailored to your unique needs and focused on creating long-term value.
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OUR RECENT PUBLICATIONS
Cross-Border Wealth Management Video with Jeffrey Adema, Cross-Border: Navigating Life as a Canadian or U.S. Expat
Are you a U.S. citizen planning to retire in Canada, or a Canadian moving to the U.S. for work? Cross-border transitions bring complex financial challenges that demand careful planning. In this insightful video, Jeffrey Adema, President of Wealth Management, Cross Border at Cardinal Point Wealth Management, breaks down the key elements of successful cross-border wealth [...]
Understanding British Columbia’s Property Transfer Tax and the 1084204 B.C. Ltd. Case
British Columbia's real estate market is known for its dynamic nature, attracting both domestic and international investors. To regulate this market and generate revenue, the province imposes the Property Transfer Tax (PTT) on property transactions. This article delves into the intricacies of the PTT, its implications for foreign entities/nationals, and examines a recent pivotal case: [...]
Navigating Cross-Border Retirement Benefits in 2025: US Social Security and Canadian CPP/OAS
Cross-border retirement planning has never been more relevant. In 2025, many Canadians living in the U.S. and Americans living in Canada face complex questions around Social Security, CPP, and OAS benefits. Our updated article explores how longstanding agreements like the totalization agreement (1984–2025) and the U.S.-Canada tax treaty continue to shape eligibility and taxation rules—while addressing key developments such as the 85% inclusion rate, new e-filing systems, and the growing importance of residency status. Whether you’re planning to retire soon or already drawing benefits, understanding where and how your income is taxed is crucial.