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June 27, 2025

By David Toyne

Making the shift from saving to spending in retirement

Learn how to confidently transition from saving to spending in retirement with insights from Certified Financial Planner Steve Bridge.

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June 24, 2025

By Scott Ronalds

Summer Reading 2025

7 steadyhand-picked books for the summer.

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June 23, 2025

By Tom Bradley

Four signs for investors that things are not normal

From iconic growth companies hitting a wall to firms morphing into bitcoin proxies, the investment world is signalling that things are not normal. Yet for businesses meeting real needs, economic principles still apply. Tom Bradley explains in his Globe and Mail column.

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June 12, 2025

By David Toyne

Retirement income planning: when and how to withdraw from your registered accounts

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.

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June 11, 2025

By Tom Bradley

It's official: Steadyhand is now proudly part of the Purpose family

We’re excited to share that Steadyhand is now officially part of the Purpose Unlimited family! This marks a new chapter in our mission to deliver better investing outcomes and a more personalized experience for Canadians.

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June 5, 2025

By David Toyne

The big pension question: Should you commute your defined benefit plan?

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.

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May 29, 2025

By David Toyne

Scott Armstrong on designing a meaningful retirement

Scott Armstrong, author of Retire and Aspire, highlights how mindset, purpose, and social connection can shape both your experience and longevity in retirement.

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May 28, 2025

By Scott Ronalds

With spot prawns, it pays to go straight to the source — same goes for investing

What do spot prawns and smart investing have in common? More than you’d think. We break it down, and share a bonus prawn recipe that's sure to impress.

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May 26, 2025

By Tom Bradley

The many faces of a losing stock

In his latest Globe and Mail article, Tom Bradley explores the real reasons why even trusted stocks can disappoint.

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May 22, 2025

By David Toyne

Retirement account conversions explained: RRIFs, LIFs, & more

Turning retirement savings into income: what you need to know about converting your RRSP to a RRIF, and the strategic roles that TFSAs and non-registered accounts can play in your retirement income plan.

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May 15, 2025

By David Toyne

How much do you need to invest to reach your goals? Try this simple calculator

Find out how much you need to invest to reach your financial goals with this simple calculator.

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May 13, 2025

By Scott Ronalds

Steadyhand clients show strong support for our partnership with Purpose Unlimited

On May 9, Steadyhand clients voted overwhelmingly in favor of two key proposals regarding our partnership with Purpose Unlimited during a virtual unitholder meeting.

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May 12, 2025

By Tom Bradley

In the focus on trade war losers, something else gets missed — slippage

While much of the discussion around the tariff turbulence has focused on the winners and losers, there’s another less-talked-about factor that goes into the economic equation: the lost output due to what we call 'slippage'. Tom Bradley explains in his Globe and Mail column.

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May 8, 2025

By David Toyne

Navigating intergenerational wealth planning with Julia Chung

With over $1 trillion set to change hands in the coming years, many families are unprepared. Subject expert Julia Chung offers strategies and tips on ensuring a smooth wealth transfer.

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May 7, 2025

By Scott Ronalds

As the circus in Washington plays on, take comfort in diversification

Your best defense against market shocks is diversification. Here's how it's protected your portfolio through this year's political and economic uncertainty.

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May 1, 2025

By David Toyne

CPP planning: How to get an accurate retirement estimate

Discover why your CPP estimate on My Service Canada might not be accurate and learn how to get a more precise retirement forecast.

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April 28, 2025

By Tom Bradley

The bond market isn't just important - it's extremely interesting right now

Right now, fixed income is not only important, it’s extremely interesting. Patterns that have endured for decades are being tested. Tom Bradley explains in his Globe and Mail column.

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April 22, 2025

By Scott Ronalds

Steadyhand’s partnership with Purpose Unlimited: What it means for you

We delve deeper into what our partnership with Purpose Unlimited means for you, from the benefits it will bring to investors to the core aspects of our business that won’t change.

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April 17, 2025

By David Toyne

From saving to spending: How to plan your retirement withdrawals

Retirement expert Don Ezra discusses how to confidently transition from saving to spending using a practical, pension-style approach.

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April 14, 2025

By Tom Bradley

The best advice for investors right now: Do nothing. Really

In the face of market chaos, the best strategy might be the most counterintuitive: do nothing. And let your investment plan prove its worth.

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April 10, 2025

By David Toyne

Joint accounts with adult children: Smart estate planning or big mistake?

Estate lawyer Mike Beishuizen discusses the good, the bad, and the ugly of jointly owning assets with your adult children.

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April 8, 2025

By Tom Bradley

Bradley's Brief — Q1 2025

Tom Bradley's quarterly letter to clients.

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April 3, 2025

By Tom Bradley

Tariff Troubles

The market response to President Trump’s 'Liberation Day' was decisive, with stocks dropping sharply and economic growth forecasts being slashed. Here's why we're getting ready to shift back to offense.

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April 3, 2025

By David Toyne

How to thrive in the 4 phases of retirement with Dr. Riley Moynes

In our latest Coffee Break, we chat with Dr. Riley Moynes, author of The Four Phases of Retirement and TEDx speaker with over 4.5 million views, to unpack the deeper realities of retirement.

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March 31, 2025

By Tom Bradley

Advice for a young investor: Eat your broccoli, kid

Teaching a kid about investing is challenging, because long-term success requires patience, discipline, and a clear plan. In other words, it's boring—like eating broccoli. Tom Bradley offers a few ideas to jazz up the conversation in his Globe and Mail column.

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