Our Values
Our team is driven by core human values. We recognize that building strong lasting relationships is key to delivering results to clients, and surrounding communities.
Excellent Communication
Communication in all aspects of partnership is key. It is imperative to have a shared understanding with each client to ensure their needs can be supported in all aspects of the financial planning process.
Commitment to Client Service
We pride ourselves in offering the best client service for our clientele. We strive to go above and beyond, to provide a well-rounded experience for those we work alongside.
Honesty
Goes without saying. Our word is our word. Our client’s interests are always at the forefront of each and every decision made.
Problem Solving
Our skillset is to piece together and problem solve. This is where we can make a difference for you, and your family.
Strategic Planning
Everyone’s situation is unique to the next. Allow us the opportunity to look at the details, and make recommendations that are best suited for you.
Brent Vandekerckhove
Financial Advisor & Associate Portfolio Manager
BComm (Hon), CFP CIM
Your business is unique, and so are your financial planning needs. We strive to constantly improve the financial well-being of business owners in the manufacturing and industrial sector. Working with business owners over the past 13 years has allowed us to gain valuable insight into their businesses.
Your business is unique, and so are your financial planning needs. We strive to constantly improve the financial well-being of business owners in the manufacturing and industrial sector. Working with business owners over the past 13 years has allowed us to gain valuable insight into their businesses.
Brent Vandekerckhove
Financial Advisor & Associate Portfolio Manager
BComm (Hon), CFP CIM
Your business is unique, and so are your financial planning needs. We strive to constantly improve the financial well-being of business owners in the manufacturing and industrial sector. Working with business owners over the past 13 years has allowed us to gain valuable insight into their businesses. This insight enables us to recommend the appropriate strategies to help optimize their financial lives. We work to actively listen to the needs of our clients, so we can help them build wealth, save money on taxes, and plan for retirement.
Brent has been a financial advisor serving clients since 2009 and has been with RGF Integrated Wealth Management since 2019. He earned a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from the University of Manitoba. He holds the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) Designations, all part of his mission to deliver a total wealth management experience to his clients.
Originally from Manitoba, Brent now calls South Delta home, where he lives with his wife and two young sons, ages 3 and 5. Community involvement has always been a priority for Brent. He is an active member of the Burnaby Board of Trade Access Program, a dedicated mentor to BCIT students, and coaches youth baseball and hockey in South Delta. Coaching and providing guidance to young people has taught him that giving time creates the most lasting rewards. In his spare moments, he enjoys hockey, skiing and tennis. He also is passionate about travel, reading and music, especially playing guitar.
Industry Associations
Advocis – The Financial Advisors Association of Canada
Independent Financial Brokers of Canada (IFB)
BComm (Hons) - University of Manitoba
CFP - Canadian Securities Institute
CIM (Chartered Investment Manager)
Brent is a Associate Portfolio Manager with IIROC in BC, MB, AB, NS and ON. He is a licensed insurance agent in BC and AB.
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Tour de Cure 2023
By Brent Vandekerckhove on 13 Oct 2023
The RGF “Market Cycles” once again completed the Tour de Cure, riding 180 kilometres from Chilliwack to Hope. It was a fantastic experience with two days of cycling, camaraderie, and laughter.
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What is the Alternative Minimum Tax?
By Brent Vandekerckhove on 15 Aug 2023
You may have heard rumblings about changes to the “Alternative Minimum Tax,” and have perhaps asked yourself, what is this and how does it affect my own situation?
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Behavioural Finance
By Brent Vandekerckhove on 06 Oct 2021
The investment world is based on decisions humans make regarding money every day – some decisions lead to positive outcomes, and others have negative results.
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Mid-Year Review
By Brent Vandekerckhove on 25 Jun 2021
We are off to an excellent start of summer with the stunning record-breaking temperatures and sunshine!
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Tales from the 'Crypt-ocurrency'
By Brent Vandekerckhove on 14 Jun 2021
Cryptocurrency. Now that I have your attention, I wanted to share more on the subject.
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Budget 2021 Highlights
By Brent Vandekerckhove on 20 Apr 2021
I wanted to share some of the 2021 Budget highlights. Feel free to give me a call if you have any questions or simply wanted to discuss further.
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Quarterly Commentary – January 2021
By Brent Vandekerckhove on 04 Jan 2021
The first quarter of 2021 is officially in the books, with many major equity markets performing well over the quarter.
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The Importance of a Will
By Brent Vandekerckhove on 13 Feb 2020
Planning for what happens after you die is something most people don’t really enjoy, but it is an integral part of financial planning. One of the most common ways to plan is by drawing up a will.
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Brent's 3rd Quarter Commentary 2019
By Brent Vandekerckhove on 31 Oct 2019
This past quarter has been an exciting time. I attended my first Associates meeting in Whitehorse and was impressed by the format- professional development and learning about new industry trends, but still time to have some fun and get to know everyone at our firm.
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Critical Illness Insurance
By Brent Vandekerckhove on 24 Oct 2019
Managing risk is something we do in many aspects of our lives. When I give seminars on financial planning, I like to ask the audience what they think their biggest asset is. Most will answer their home, especially in the Lower Mainland.
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Quarterly commentary - Retirement Income Planning
By Brent Vandekerckhove on 31 Jul 2019
Our team embraces the financial planning approach, and I would like to discuss a concept in which we help our clients plan an income withdrawal strategy.
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