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Cutting Through the Noise


July 15, 2024

By Tom Bradley

Telling experts from imitators

How to tell if you're dealing with a salesperson or an investment professional.

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July 9, 2024

By Tom Bradley

Bradley's Brief — Q2 2024

Tom Bradley's quarterly letter to clients.

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July 8, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

Saving for a home: Comparing the RRSP, TFSA, and FHSA

If you're saving for a first home, you might be wondering which account type makes the most sense. We take you through the various benefits and drawbacks of the RRSP, TFSA, and FHSA.

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July 3, 2024

By Salman Ahmed

Small-Cap Equity Fund Manager News

Galibier Capital, the manager of the Steadyhand Small-Cap Equity Fund, recently announced its intention to become part of Guardian Capital. This change will have no impact on the Small-Cap Fund or Galibier’s investment approach, but will provide the firm with more operational resources.

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July 2, 2024

By Tom Bradley

What percentage of your portfolio should be Canadian?

The Canada Day weekend feels like a good time to address a never-ending investment question: What is the right balance in your portfolio between Canadian and foreign stocks?

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June 25, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

Our Transfer Fee Reimbursement Program Returns!

From July 1 to September 30, move an account to us from another financial institution and say goodbye to those dreaded transfer fees — we’ve got them covered, up to $150.

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June 24, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

Wondering what your CPP and OAS payments will be, and when to take them? Check out these calculators

If you're nearing retirement or planning for this phase of your life, you're probably wondering how much you can expect annually from the CPP and OAS. Enter our two handy calculators.

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June 18, 2024

By Tom Bradley

Is the market headed back to 2021?

Many investors are scratching their heads and wondering about the continued rise of stock prices, a run that started in the fall of 2022. Is it real or are things getting carried away?

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June 10, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

Demystifying mortgage life insurance and property title insurance

Vancouver mortgage specialist Ray Macklem explains what you need to know about mortgage life insurance and property title insurance.

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June 5, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

Summer Reading 2024

8 steadyhand-picked books for the summer.

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May 30, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

Where to From Here? — The Video

A recording of our recent client presentation in Toronto, where we share our thoughts on the current investment landscape, discuss a handful of portfolio holdings, and provide an update on our advice offering.

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May 27, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

Inflation survival tips: Managing rising costs in Canada

We dive into the rising cost of living, and its impact on financial planning and expense management, with Christine White, a Certified Financial Planner with Money Coaches Canada.

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May 21, 2024

By Tom Bradley

Here's what really drives your returns

Tom Bradley lays out the factors that drive your long-term returns, in order of importance, in his Globe and Mail column.

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May 13, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

Mortgages in Canada - Everything you need to know

We demystify the process of securing a mortgage in Canada, a crucial step towards achieving the dream of home ownership. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to refinance, you'll find this discussion invaluable.

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May 6, 2024

By Tom Bradley

Quarterly reports are out. Here is what to look for

Some themes from the first quarter, along with tips on how to read the reports.

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April 29, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

Strategies for drawing income from your retirement portfolio

A key concern for investors in or nearing retirement is the question of how to best draw a reliable and steady income from your portfolio. We dive into the topic with financial planner Janet Gray.

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April 22, 2024

By Tom Bradley

How valuation works and why it's important

Why the price you pay for an investment is the single most important factor in determining your return.

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April 16, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

Investing in the EV race: Why our money is on the wheels that make it go round

Electric vehicles are the future, making the industry a compelling investment opportunity. Yet many of the manufacturers generate inconsistent profits and their stocks are highly volatile. Michelin represents another way to participate in the industry's growth. Here's why we own the stock.

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April 11, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

10 tax tips to optimize your return

Tax expert Joe Collins shares his top 10 tips to get the most out of your return.

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April 9, 2024

By Tom Bradley

Bradley's Brief — Q1 2024

Tom Bradley's quarterly letter to clients.

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April 8, 2024

By Tom Bradley

Don’t count on the Magnificent Seven staying magnificent forever

The U.S. stock market has reached a level of concentration not seen in decades, due to the impact of the 'Magnificent Seven'. But history tells us that the group will change, and as investors, we need to ensure we’re not managing our portfolios while looking in the rearview mirror.

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April 2, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

The ins and outs of cross-border financial planning

If you're a Canadian living in the U.S. or an American working in Canada, you're bound to run into some financial and tax planning complexities. Cross-border expert Andrea Thompson shares valuable insights into navigating these challenges and ensuring financial peace of mind.

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March 25, 2024

By Tom Bradley

Why interest-rate cuts and recession fears are short-term noise for investors

The business media is obsessed these days with the possibility of interest-rate cuts, the next recession, and the U.S. election. But there are important trends and innovations that will have a greater effect on long-term portfolio returns, yet garner little attention. Here are a few.

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March 20, 2024

By Scott Ronalds

Let's talk about the Costco hot dog. And why investment firms should take note

Costco's iconic hot dog combo is the epitome of a good deal that gets better over time. We take this concept to heart with our fee structure.

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March 18, 2024

By Salman Ahmed

Artificial intelligence stocks: An expert's perspective

A rundown on artificial intelligence and some of the investment opportunities in the space.

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