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Cutting Through the Noise


November 14, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

November 23 Webinar: How to protect yourself, and your finances, from frauds and scams

Financial frauds and scams have become increasingly sophisticated, and the consequences of taking the bait can be severe. At our November 23 webinar, two experts on the topic will discuss valuable insights and tips on how to protect yourself.

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November 3, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Tom's column returns to the Globe and Mail

After writing a bi-weekly investment column in the National Post for the past six years, Tom Bradley is returning to the Globe and Mail.

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October 30, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Cash isn't king, but it's princely at least

You can now get a yield of 5% or more on your cash by investing in a GIC or money market fund. But here's why the return on cash is still no substitute for assets better geared to provide your portfolio with long-term growth — namely stocks, and yes, bonds.

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October 23, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

What you can expect from the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), and why it won't run dry anytime soon

A look under the hood of the CPP, what you can expect to collect in retirement, and why the Plan is on sold footing for the foreseeable future.

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October 17, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Investing alongside you since 2007. Here's just how much

One of our key business tenets is co-investment, or investing alongside our clients. Here's what it means in real money.

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October 5, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

The corporate video is dead. Long live the corporate video

There are conflicting views around corporate videos and whether they still serve a purpose. At their core, though, they can help tell a story, explain a product/service, and bring you inside the tent. There’s value in that, in our opinion. So, we're excited to introduce 'The Steadyhand Story'.

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October 2, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

First Home Savings Accounts (FHSA) now available at Steadyhand

We’re pleased to announce that we now offer First Home Savings Accounts (FHSA)! Here's how they work and what's required to open one.

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September 19, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Note from an octogenarian: What can you do for me?

A self-directed investor in his mid 80's doesn't want to leave his wife in a bind if something happens to him. So he's seeking a firm he can trust to take over his portfolio. Here's how, and why, we'd love to help.

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September 14, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Q: How much exposure do I have to China?

China is in the hot seat and confidence in its stock market is eroding. It has some clients asking what investments we own in the country. We break down our exposure and approach to investing in the region.

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September 11, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

The Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)

The Canadian Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) can provide over $12,000 per year of tax-free retirement income. We walk through how the government program works.

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September 7, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Nvidia: Why we don't own the stock

Nvidia is a great business and has quickly grown to become the fifth most valuable company in the world. But there are many risks to consider with the stock. We elaborate on why we don't own it.

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August 24, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Why your Steadyhand portfolio is focused on sleep-at-night companies

With parts of the market once again seeing dramatic moves, steady companies are increasingly the focus of our funds. Here are a few examples.

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July 31, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Financial tips for empty nesters

Are you a soon-to-be empty nester? Investor Specialist Jeff Stashuk shares some of the most talked about emotions and offers some financial tips to consider during this major life event.

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July 5, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Meet Samantha Warszawski, our Newest Investor Specialist

Born and raised in Toronto, our newest Investor Specialist has a love for numbers, nature, news, fashion, coffee, and dogs. Meet Samantha Warszawski.

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June 22, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

She moves in mysterious ways

The stock market moves in mysterious ways. Lately, just seven tech-related stocks have been propelling the U.S. index higher and opinions abound on whether this is healthy or not. We weigh in with our take on the current situation.

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June 14, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Introducing the Steadyhand Retirement Withdrawal Program

We're excited to launch a new program designed to help retirees draw a steady income from their portfolio — a paycheque, in essence — without having to worry about selling their investments at the wrong time (i.e., when markets are down).

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June 1, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Transfer Fee Reimbursement Program

Steadyhand will reimburse all transfer fees (up to $150 plus tax) for existing clients who move an account(s) to us worth $5,000 or more from another financial institution between July 1 and August 31, 2023.

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May 30, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Summer Reading

Summer is just around the corner. We've got your literature needs covered.

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May 23, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

FHSA explained: New account type for Canadian first-time home buyers

All you need to know about the First Home Savings Account (FHSA), a new account type for prospective first-time home buyers.

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April 27, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Steadyhand Savings Fund: Fee Increase

A fee increase is never a popular decision for a firm that prides itself on being highly investor-centric. But in the case of our Savings Fund, it’s time. We explain.

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April 24, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Tax tips for the home stretch — and the long run

With the tax filing deadline fast approaching (Monday, May 1), we offer up some tips and strategies to keep more money in your pocket in the near term and over the long run.

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April 13, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Estate Planning, Part 2: Passing your wealth to the next generation, probate tips, and understanding trusts

Estate planning experts Lucy Main and Julia Chung discuss probate tips, passing your wealth to the next generation, and a primer on trusts.

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March 30, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Coming to Saskatchewan, May 2-5

Two of our senior Investor Specialists, Evan Parubets and Lori Norman, will be in Saskatoon and Regina in early May to meet with clients and investors interested in learning more about Steadyhand.

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March 16, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Steadyhand tax documents: All you need to know

To assist with your tax filing, we review the tax documents you've received from us this year along with a brief explanation of their purpose.

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March 9, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Retirement seemed further away back then

With the proper investment footing, there’s no reason the last third of your life can’t be as vibrant as the first third. If you've got questions on retirement, we're here to help.

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