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Financial Planning

Merrick Financial

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53 Coleridge Ave, East York, ON M4C 4H4, Canada

5.0(84 Google reviews)

Last updated September 2026

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Licensed & accreditedSeniors-first serviceHighly rated (4.5+ on Google)Well reviewed (84+ reviews)

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Merrick Financial is a Toronto-based, fee-only financial planning firm providing independent, conflict-free advice since 2018 with no product sales.

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Senior Care Path Summary

Merrick Financial specializes in comprehensive financial planning for life transitions, including retirement planning and pre-retirement assessment. They create detailed, values-based written plans to help you determine if you have enough to retire, model how inflation affects your funds, and map out a tax-efficient withdrawal strategy. They serve clients across Canada via video conferencing, email, or phone, offering transparent fees with no conflicts of interest.

They also offer hourly consultations for time-sensitive questions about retirement planning and tax optimization. Their streamlined planning process includes a free initial consultation, discovery meeting, analysis, comprehensive written plan with action checklist, and ongoing support. Fees for retirement planning range from $3,500 to $7,000 plus HST.

Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed September 2026.

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Who This Provider Is Best For

  • Retirees mapping income and retirement lifestyle
  • Pre-retirees planning the transition to retirement
  • Those navigating tax-efficient withdrawal strategies
  • Families managing inheritance and wealth transfer

Languages Supported

  • English

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Google Reviews

5.0

84 Google reviews

Most recent reviews

  • Peter Preradovic

    Peter Preradovic

    2 months ago · via Google

    Chris is great to work with. He looks at all aspects of your situation to provide realistic and actionable advice. This all comes with a professional and personable customer service mindset. We always felt we were in good hands with him. Highly recommend and we will definitely be using his services again in the future.

  • Kent

    Kent

    2 months ago · via Google

    As mid-career professionals, we approached Chris last fall looking for a detailed financial plan that covered retirement planning and everything in between related to our household finances. Chris was very thorough in his discovery process and came up with a very detailed review and accompanying report with clear action points that addressed our many questions. It was exactly what we were looking for. Highly recommend working with Chris if looking for expert, independent advice and analysis. Great experience all around.

  • Adam McLaurin

    Adam McLaurin

    3 months ago · via Google

    Chris has been awesome, and I can't recommend him highly enough. He's been patient, helpful, and flexible through a variety of difficult financial planning conversations. I appreciate his candidness and expertise, and always feel like it's my best interest he has in mind rather than trying to sell me something.

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Merrick Financial holds an excellent 5.0-star rating across 84 Google reviews. Recent reviewers most often highlight responsive, helpful communication.

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Licenses & Registrations

  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP)

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There is no single national licence for financial advice in Canada, but the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation signals recognized training and standards. You can verify a CFP professional's certification through the national body.

Associations & Accreditations

  • Member, Financial Planning Association Canada
  • Advice Only Planners member

Location

53 Coleridge Ave, East York, ON M4C 4H4, Canada

Also serves

  • Toronto, Ontario
  • Across Canada (remote)

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Staff at Merrick Financial are noted as speaking English. If a specific language matters for you or your parent, confirm availability for the appointment time you need.

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