Richard I. Schaefer, MBA
Senior Investment Advisor
A simple approach to your most complex financial needs
We offer sound investment advice, the strategic use of insurance, estate and tax planning ideas to our valued clients, many of whom are families, small and medium-sized businesses, pre-retirees, retirees and incorporated professionals.
Our conservative model is designed to maximize income in a tax efficient manner, preserve capital and identify quality growth opportunities. Our dedication towards superior customer care provides you with the trust, comfort and reassurance that your wealth is being managed to last today, tomorrow and generations to come. Let us create a roadmap for your financial goals.
Professionals at your service
Our established team of investment professionals specializes in sophisticated wealth planning strategies for your individual needs.
It all starts with you
Our personal approach and personalized service centres on you, and it begins with getting to know you, your needs, and your goals.
What we do
We design investment portfolios tailored to your current and future needs, using a disciplined process to keep you on track. Whether your goal is growing wealth, generating income, minimizing taxes, or retirement planning, we customize solutions to your circumstances. Before recommending anything, we review your financial situation, define your risk tolerance, and set realistic long-term objectives aligned with your comfort level. We may also connect you with RBC specialists in insurance, estate planning, and business planning to ensure every financial need and life stage is planned for.
How we do it
Our four-step portfolio process is designed to keep your investments aligned with your goals at every stage. We begin with a discovery meeting to understand your needs, goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. Next, we develop an Investment Policy Statement as the guiding principles for managing your portfolio. Using this foundation, we build a personalized mix of stocks, bonds, and cash, collaborating with investment strategists and research analysts. Finally, we consistently monitor and review your portfolio, adjusting to maintain alignment with your objectives in changing market conditions.
Serving specialized needs
While we are able to advise on any Canadian’s wealth, our accomplished team has expertise and experience serving the particular requirements of several key groups.
Business owners
With a complete understanding of the unique circumstances facing business owners, we offer fully integrated personal and business wealth planning that always keeps taxes top of mind.
Retirees and pensioners
Whether you’re preparing for retirement or already retired, it’s never too early – or too late – to plan. Because retirement is a journey that can last decades, we guide you in taking every financial opportunity to make the most of it.
Working professionals
If you’re still actively building wealth, we can help you prioritize goals, build your assets while managing debt, and plan for the future, so that you can focus on what truly matters most to you.
Highly affluent individuals
A high net worth requires a best-in-class approach to help manage it. That’s why we rely on our own expertise – and that of our world-class RBC partners – to help you achieve your goals for the future.
Guides
Get a better vantage point on your financial picture with these informative guides penned by the RBC Family Office Services team.
Estate planning guide
How planning for tomorrow – today – can help your estate aspirations
Financial planning facts
Comprehensive list of key information, such as deadlines, contribution limits, and tax facts
Tax reporting guide
Summary of the important dates and tax information required for your annual tax return
Insights
Read the latest on markets and more from our team as well as experts and thought leaders at RBC.