Cutting Through the Noise
July 29, 2025
Scott’s off to his next chapter. Vanessa’s taking the mic – ready to keep things thoughtful, clear, and occasionally offbeat.
Read MoreJuly 24, 2025
Thinking of downsizing – or helping a loved one through a major life transition? In this Coffee Break episode, we sit down with Adam Gordon of Gordon’s Downsizing to explore what really goes into decluttering and letting go.
Read MoreJuly 10, 2025
If you delay your CPP and pass away before collecting, what happens to your benefits? Here's what your spouse needs to know.
Read MoreJune 27, 2025
Learn how to confidently transition from saving to spending in retirement with insights from Certified Financial Planner Steve Bridge.
Read MoreJune 12, 2025
Steve Bridge from Money Coaches Canada joins us in our latest Coffee Break to explore the most effective strategies for withdrawing funds from your retirement and investment accounts.
Read MoreJune 5, 2025
Thinking about commuting your pension? In this Coffee Break, Certified Financial Planner Ashley Gordon joins us to break down what you need to know about this major financial decision.
Read MoreMay 15, 2025
Find out how much you need to invest to reach your financial goals with this simple calculator.
Read MoreMarch 20, 2025
We break down the biggest challenges to generating retirement income from your portfolio—such as market downturns, inflation, and tax efficiency—and explain how the Steadyhand Retirement Withdrawal Program can assist.
Read MoreJanuary 20, 2025
Stock returns come from three sources: dividends, earnings growth, and changes in valuation. A look at the drivers of the U.S. market's return over the past year, and past 10 years, is telling.
Read MoreJanuary 15, 2025
A colourful look at the benefits of diversification.
Read MoreDecember 16, 2024
In the next few weeks, your newsfeed will be filled with predictions about 2025. Emerging trends. Stock market targets. Impact of government changes. Before you take the time to read any of them, I implore you to look at these two pieces.
Read MoreNovember 21, 2024
Some fascinating numbers on TFSAs. And why they should be called Tax-Free Investing Accounts instead.
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 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 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 MoreAugust 29, 2024
Money manager and writer Ben Carlson highlights 15 surefire ways to make poor investment decisions.
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 6, 2024
We speak with independent financial planner Jason Evans about some of the intricacies of the Canada Pension Plan, including the best time to start taking benefits.
Read MoreJuly 25, 2024
It's hard to believe that Mick Jagger and Keith Richards are octogenarians. They blew the roof off BC Place earlier this month, proving that age is just a number — and the old thinking on retirement is, well, old. Same goes for investing during this phase of life.
Read MoreJuly 22, 2024
The first six months of the year was a strong period for stocks. That said, returns continue to be driven by a narrow group of equities, the 'Magnificent 7'. We provide additional context on the current environment and offer advice for investors in our mid-year review video.
Read MoreJuly 8, 2024
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.
Read MoreJune 24, 2024
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.
Read MoreMay 13, 2024
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.
Read MoreApril 29, 2024
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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