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Q: If starting an RESP account today, would you go with Portfolio A or B? Will start drawing from account in 5 years.
A. VBAL
B. 40% XHY & 60% XWD, rebalanced annually
Thanks
Asked by Curtis on October 31, 2024
5i Research Answer:
It is a tough call; XWD is a 'world' ETF, but it is still 73% US-equity based. VBAL is far more...

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