- (Topic 5)
(Suzie began her career with a large law firm five years ago. She earns an excellent income and saves $5,000 annually through a financial advisor. Her advisor placed her in a conservative fund within a TFSA. Suzie wanted to save for retirement and maximize tax deductions.
Based on this information, what conclusion can be drawn about Suzie??s savings program?)

Correct Answer:B
Since Suzie wanted tomaximize tax deductions, investing in anRRSPwould have been more appropriate because RRSP contributions aretax-deductible, unlike TFSA contributions, which are made with after-tax dollars and offer no immediate tax deduction. Exact Extract:
"RRSP contributions are tax-deductible, which means they can reduce taxable income for the year of contribution, providing an immediate tax benefit. TFSA contributions, while growing tax-free, offer no tax deduction at the time of contribution." (Reference:Segfunds-E313-2020-12-7ED, Chapter 1.2.5 Tax-Advantaged Investing)

- (Topic 4)
Julie and Jim have been married for 16 years and decide to divorce. They draw up a list of property that will be partitioned based on the provisions of family patrimony: the family home, the cars, the RRSPs, and the benefits accrued with the RRQ during the marriage. What other items should be added to Julie and Jim's list?

Correct Answer:B
Comprehensive and Detailed In-Depth Explanation: Under Quebec??s Civil Code, specifically within the framework of family patrimony (Articles 414–426), the partition of property upon divorce includes assets acquired during the marriage that are designated as part of the family patrimony. The family home, cars, RRSPs (Registered Retirement Savings Plans), and benefits accrued under the RRQ (R??gie des rentes du Qu??bec, or Quebec Pension Plan) are already listed, as they are explicitly included under Article 415. However, family patrimony also encompasses other property used for the family??s benefit, such as bank accounts that hold funds accumulated during the marriage for family use. TFSAs (Tax-Free Savings Accounts) are individual savings accounts, but if they were used for family purposes or funded with marital income, they could also be considered. The Ethics and Professional Practice (Civil Law) manual emphasizes thatadvisors must ensure clients fully understand the scope of divisible assets under family patrimony rules to avoid omissions. Life insurance cash surrender values (option C) are not automatically included in family patrimony unless designated for family use, and ??nothing else?? (option D) overlooks additional divisible assets like bank accounts. Option B, ??Bank accounts and TFSAs,?? correctly expands the list to include other relevant marital property, aligning with the Civil Code??s broad interpretation of family patrimony.
References: Civil Code of Quebec, Articles 414–426; Ethics and Professional Practice
(Civil Law) Manual, Section on Family Patrimony.
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- (Topic 3)
On February 15, 2015, Donald took out income replacement insurance with an accidental death and dismemberment rider of $50,000 and a critical illness insurance rider of $25,000. The policy wasissued on April 1, 2015. On April 10, 2015, his doctor tells him that the results of a urine analysis carried out at the end of March reveal a serious anomaly and refers him to an emergency urologist. On April 20, Donald is diagnosed with cancer of the right kidney, which is due to be removed on April 26. But, two days before the procedure, Donald dies in a car accident. What benefit amount will the estate receive?

Correct Answer:C
Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:
AD&D pays $50,000 for accidental death. CI ($25,000) requires surviving a 30-day waiting period post-diagnosis (April 20 to May 20); Donald died on April 24, so no CI benefit (Chapter 1:Financial Protection Provided by Accident and Sickness Insurance).
Option A: Incorrect; AD&D applies. Option B: Incorrect; CI not paid.
Option C: Correct; $50,000 AD&D only. Option D: Incorrect; CI not triggered.
Reference: LLQP Accident and Sickness Insurance Manual, Chapter 1:Financial Protection
Provided by Accident and Sickness Insurance.

- (Topic 5)
Janice meets with Patrick, an insurance agent, to review her investment needs. Patrick suggests that she invest in segregated funds. Janice is not familiar with these types of funds.
What information can Patrick provide to Janice to help her understand the advantages of segregated funds?

Correct Answer:C
One of the significant advantages of segregated funds is creditor protection, which is particularly beneficial for business owners and professionals who may face potential claims from creditors. Under LLQP principles, segregated funds are insurance contracts, and when beneficiaries such as spouses or children are named, the investment may be protected from creditors in the event of bankruptcy or legal action. This makes segregated funds distinct from other investment types, which do not inherently offer creditor protection unless specific trusts or structures are in place.
Option A is incorrect as Assuris provides limited coverage rather than full protection, Option B is partially true but not unique to segregated funds, and Option D is incorrect as segregated funds typically do not require medical underwriting.

- (Topic 3)
Eric is an architect who owns his own firm. He employs three staff and is in his fifth year of operation. While recently meeting with his insurance agent for an annual review of his coverage, he mentioned to the agent that he had recently purchased a new printing system and has a sizeable loan on it. In the event of disability, what type of insurance coverage could the agent suggest to ensure the loan payments are made?

Correct Answer:D
Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:
Business loan protection disability insurance covers loan payments if the owner is disabled, directly addressing Eric??s need (Chapter 5:Insurance to Protect Businesses).
Option A: Incorrect; protects business operations. Option B: Incorrect; covers overhead, not loans. Option C: Incorrect; for buy-sell agreements. Option D: Correct; targets loan payments.
Reference: LLQP Accident and Sickness Insurance Manual, Chapter 5:Insurance to Protect Businesses.

- (Topic 3)
Vladimir is a new insurance agent with Family-Assure Inc. He and his supervisor Petros are reviewing the information collected during Vladimir's first meeting with Vanessa, a restaurant owner looking to add to her existing disability insurance (DI) coverage. Petros notices an overlap among sources, although the existing coverage appears adequate. Petros reminds Vladimir to explain to Vanessa how she would be impacted if she were to claim disability benefits.
What should Vladimir tell Vanessa?

Correct Answer:A
Disability insurance benefits can be subject tointegrationoroffset provisions, especially if multiple sources of DI coverage exist. These provisions prevent the insured from receiving a total disability benefit amount that exceeds a certain percentage of pre-disability income. Vladimir should inform Vanessa that her benefits might be adjusted to avoid over-insurance and to align with her income levels. This aligns with the LLQP materials, which emphasize that overlapping coverage sources may lead to reductions in benefits from one source to maintain proportionality with earned income.