Cutting Through the Noise
October 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.
Read MoreAugust 12, 2024
In investing, unlike the Olympics, you don’t have to be the best in the world to bring home the gold. Tom Bradley explains in his Globe and Mail column.
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 29, 2024
The sentiment toward private investments is running hot. But there are trade-offs that all the enthusiasm usually obscures. Here are some things to consider before wading into the private asset market.
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 15, 2024
How to tell if you're dealing with a salesperson or an investment professional.
Read MoreJuly 9, 2024