Mike Tamburro - IG Wealth Management

06/26/2026

⚽🌎 Why do so many World Cup matches feel so... tense? This fascinating article explores why the world's biggest sporting event often produces fewer goals, more fouls, and more cautious play than domestic leagues... and whether FIFA should consider rule changes to make the game more exciting. 📬 We share thought-provoking articles like this every week. If you'd like to receive our newsletter, just let our team know.

FIFA could emulate other sports by tweaking rules to generate more excitement

06/23/2026

📚☀️ Looking for your next great summer read?

The Economist has rounded up some of the best books released so far in 2026... from business and AI to history, biographies, fiction, and current affairs. Whether you're heading to the cottage, the beach, or boarding a flight, there's something here for every reader.

📬 Our team shares articles from trusted sources like The Economist, along with insights on investing, health, lifestyle, leadership, and yes... even hockey! If you'd like to receive our weekly newsletter, just let us know.

Whether you are tight on time or have loads of it, here are The Economist's ideas for summer reading

06/20/2026

👨‍👧‍👦 As Father's Day approaches, this article caught my attention.

For generations, success was often measured by promotions, titles, and bigger paycheques. Today, more dads are choosing a different definition of success: more dinners at home, more school events, more time with family, and fewer missed moments.

As a financial planner, I've learned that many of life's most important investments never appear on a statement. Time with the people we love is one of them.

Wishing all the dads, grandfathers, stepdads, and father figures a very Happy Father's Day. ❤️

College-educated men lead the way among dads sacrificing hours at work for time at home.

06/20/2026

🏠 A hidden risk in a slowing housing market
As home sales cool, appliance and furniture retailers are struggling, and some are collapsing. Unfortunately, it is customers who are often left paying the price.
Large deposits can be tied up in insolvencies, with buyers often last in line to recover funds.
💡 A simple reminder: protect your cash flow, limit deposits where possible, and understand your risk.

Retailers face mounting pressures from a slowdown in residential construction and supply-chain strains brought on by conflict in the Middle East.

06/19/2026

From Spain to Uruguay, these countries are attracting Americans seeking lower living costs, greater flexibility, remote work opportunities, and a better quality of life.

06/15/2026

As an avid “football” fan since the days when games weren’t broadcast in the U.S., Roger Bennett watched the sport’s slow rise to the mainstream. We’ve come a long way.

06/13/2026

🐾 Can a dog help you live longer?
New research suggests dog owners may enjoy better heart health, lower stress, and even a longer life — with studies linking ownership to a 24% lower risk of death over 10 years.
But it’s not just the dog — it’s the lifestyle: more movement, connection, and purpose.
💡 The best returns in life aren’t always financial — they’re found in habits, relationships, and well-being.
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Research suggests pets keep you healthier. But there are some caveats.

06/08/2026

🏒 This article had me nodding along from the very first paragraph.

The comparison between today's athletes and today's taxpayers is a good one. Connor McDavid doesn't wait until training camp to get in shape... and effective tax planning shouldn't begin in April.

Whether you're an employee, business owner, or retiree, the best tax outcomes are usually the result of year-round planning, not last-minute scrambling.

Tax season may be over, but tax planning season never ends.

Most Canadians treat April 30 the way old-time hockey players treated training camp. They show up out of shape, dump an actual or virtual shoebox of receipts on an accountant’s desk and hope for the best.

06/07/2026

🚀 Can the market handle mega IPOs? SpaceX, Anthropic, and OpenAI could bring trillions in value to public markets — but size alone isn’t the risk. History shows hype-driven IPOs often underperform, and massive listings can signal late-cycle momentum. 💡 The takeaway: stay disciplined, diversified, and focused on long-term strategy — not short-term excitement. 📊

Watch out for indigestion.

06/06/2026

🏒 As a former hockey player, this story really resonated with me.

The cost of youth sports continues to climb, making it harder for many families to keep their kids in the game. That's why I love seeing young entrepreneurs tackle real-world problems with practical solutions.

At just 23 years old, this Ontario founder is on a mission to make hockey more affordable while building a business projected to generate $7 million in revenue this year.

A great reminder that some of the best businesses solve problems people actually care about.

Zechariah Thomas is on a mission to make sports more accessible.