Cutting Through the Noise
November 18, 2024
For all the word game fans out there, we've created an investment version of Connections. Can you find the right groupings?
Read MoreNovember 14, 2024
If you’re a do-it-yourself investor and you’re getting up in years, succession planning may be on your mind. Here are some strategies to consider.
Read MoreNovember 12, 2024
Financial planner Brett Martinson shares some of his clients' main financial concerns, from political and market uncertainties to inflation worries, and the advice he provides.
Read MoreNovember 7, 2024
You may not have been aware that we offer personalized advice on important issues such as asset mix, tax efficiency, and retirement income planning. This is now laid out more explicitly on our site.
Read MoreNovember 4, 2024
While the upcoming U.S. election is eliciting intense emotions and strong views, it shouldn't be viewed as a risk to your portfolio. Here's why.
Read MoreOctober 28, 2024
Thinking about who should be the executor of your will? Estate lawyer Margaret O'Sullivan offers some helpful advice.
Read MoreOctober 23, 2024
An increasing number of investment managers and brokerages have raised their minimum investment requirements in recent years, resulting in more investors becoming 'non-profile' clients and being asked to find a new home. We explain.
Read MoreOctober 21, 2024
Investors face a firehose of information every day. But what should you pay attention to and what’s just clatter? Tom Bradley highlights two questions to ask yourself to help cut through the noise.
Read MoreOctober 17, 2024
An email from a client describes exactly how we hoped Steadyhand would fit into our clients’ lives.
Read MoreOctober 15, 2024
With the American election just three weeks away, we explore the historical patterns of stock market performance under Democratic and Republican presidents, and the relationship between elections and market volatility.
Read MoreOctober 10, 2024
It might surprise you to hear that bonds are up 13% over the past year (ending September 30). Even better, our Income Fund is up nearly 15%. To understand this welcome turnaround, a little recent history is helpful.
Read MoreOctober 8, 2024
October 7, 2024
The markets have been on a great run, and it's important to enjoy the sunshine. But perversely, it's also the best time to prepare for rain. To help, here are a few things to expect when the next storm hits.
Read MoreOctober 3, 2024
At Steadyhand, we believe in investing alongside our clients — what we like to call “eating our own cooking.” Here's what it means in real money.
Read MoreOctober 1, 2024
It’s a question we get often, ‘How long will my money last in retirement?’ Check out our simple calculator — aptly named Will the Money Last? — to estimate the longevity of your portfolio.
Read MoreSeptember 26, 2024
Join us on November 13 for a conversion with our Equity Fund manager on a range of timely topics.
Read MoreSeptember 23, 2024
Investing is a marathon, not a sprint. It’s a hackneyed phrase but couldn’t be more true. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to build up your endurance. Here are three.
Read MoreSeptember 16, 2024
In our latest Coffee Break, we explore the crucial roles and responsibilities of an executor with estate lawyer Margaret O’Sullivan.
Read MoreSeptember 11, 2024
Four out of five clients come to us through word of mouth. We greatly appreciate these introductions, and to make referring us easier, we’ve added a new feature on our website. And for every new client you refer, we’ll plant 10 trees in partnership with Tree Canada.
Read MoreSeptember 9, 2024
Tom Bradley took advantage of some dock time this summer to think about bigger things, like new and changing trends that will eventually affect economies and markets. Here are six to keep an eye on.
Read MoreSeptember 3, 2024
In Part II of our discussion with personal finance expert Preet Banerjee, we dig into the question of how to choose a good financial advisor.
Read MoreAugust 29, 2024
Money manager and writer Ben Carlson highlights 15 surefire ways to make poor investment decisions.
Read MoreAugust 26, 2024
In investing, asymmetry is all around us. Tom Bradley offers some tips on how you can make sure your portfolio is on the right side of it.
Read MoreAugust 19, 2024
Renowned personal finance expert Preet Banerjee joins us in this Coffee Break to share his advice on how to set yourself up for long-term financial success.
Read MoreAugust 15, 2024
Most Canadian investment firms have terrible fee reporting practices. It's prompted the industry regulator, CIRO (Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization), to implement changes. And a rant from us.
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