Trusted Saint John Financial Advisors and Financial Planners

For over three decades, Black Belyea Private Wealth Management has been a cornerstone of the Saint John community. That’s because we’re more than financial advisors and financial planners—we’re your partners in shaping the later stages of life’s journey. Whether it’s enjoying retirement, handing over the reins of your business, or ensuring your family’s future, we specialize in guiding clients who are already halfway up their financial mountain, helping them navigate the path ahead with confidence and clarity.

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The Big Picture: Wealth That Works for You

Halfway up the mountain, the view is clearer, but the challenges can also be sharper. That’s why our wealth planning approach focuses on the big picture—aligning your wealth with your goals while balancing freedom and security. Whether it’s a sunlit retirement, a family business passed down seamlessly, or a legacy that endures, we craft strategies that support your climb without weighing you down. Your journey is unique, and so is our approach. Let’s craft a strategy that honors your achievements, supports your goals, and guides you toward the summit. Ready to get started?

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Encouraging You to Live Fully

What good is wealth if you’re too cautious to enjoy it? We help our clients strike the balance between spending and saving. Want to travel? Retire early? Invest in passions that matter? It’s your wealth, your life, and your time to embrace what you’ve worked so hard to achieve.

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Comprehensive Wealth Management Services

At Black Belyea Private Wealth Management, our expertise spans every facet of your financial journey, helping you plan for today and tomorrow. Here’s what we offer:

Tax Planning

Taxes love to gnaw away at your wealth, but we refuse to let them win. We keep more of your hard-earned dollars right where they belong: working relentlessly for you.

Investment Planning

Solid financial planning means more than just focusing on investments. We build plans that look at the big picture and that balance growth and preservation, tailored to the unique stage you’re at in life. It’s about making your wealth work smarter, not harder.

Estate Planning

An estate plan should do more than distribute assets: it should protect relationships, shield loved ones from taxes and preserve values. From wills and trusts to beneficiary strategies, we ensure your legacy reflects your wishes and minimizes unnecessary taxes.

Meet Our Team

 Our relationship with the team has allowed us over the years to diversify our business, expand our professional relationships and involve our family. Consequently, we have a very comfortable and exciting lifestyle focused on today and positioned for tomorrow. 

Darren and Michelle B.

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Education Centre

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Selling a business is a significant decision, often marking the culmination of years, if not decades, of hard work, perseverance, and dedication. The process can be complex and emotionally charged, and being well-prepared is key to ensuring a smooth transition and achieving the best possible outcome. This article will provide a detailed checklist to help guide medium-sized business owners through the necessary steps in preparing for the sale of their business.
Some Canadians are fortunate enough to get great workplace benefits. These often include health and dental coverage, a company pension and company share ownership options. Another common benefit is company life insurance (known in the industry as group life insurance).

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IG Target Education Portfolios for RESPs

IG Target Education Portfolios make saving for post-secondary education easier and less stressful, so you can focus on your child’s more immediate firsts.

Creating Wealth for Business Owners

IG Private Company Advisory provides strategic and transaction advisory services for mid-market companies.

You’ve worked hard to build your wealth and you want to take control of your legacy; but where should you start?

Download our free whitepaper on estate planning for guidance on what you need to know to create the right plan for your loved ones.