Guyasuta Investment Advisors is an independent registered investment advisor founded in 1983 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm provides fee-only investment management and financial planning services to individuals, families, trusts, retirement plans, and foundations. Guyasuta utilizes a collaborative team approach, assigning multiple portfolio managers to each client relationship to provide close contact and tailored oversight. The investment strategy combines top-down global macroeconomic analysis with bottom-up fundamental research to build diversified portfolios of individual stocks and bonds designed to protect capital and generate returns. For equity investments, Guyasuta focuses on direct ownership of 25 to 40 high-quality companies with strong balance sheets and sustainable free cash flow. For fixed-income investments, the firm employs a conservative, laddered approach using individual bonds to provide dependable income and reduce overall portfolio volatility. Guyasuta acts in a fiduciary capacity, making discretionary investment decisions on behalf of clients while allowing for customized restrictions and asset allocations.
Fee Structure
Portfolio-Based Fees (Tiered)
| Portfolio Value | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Up to $2.0M | 1.00% |
| $2.0M - $4.0M | 0.80% |
| $4.0M - $7.0M | 0.65% |
| $7.0M - $10.0M | 0.50% |
| $10M+ | 0.35% |
Rates shown are for 100% equity portfolios. Fixed-income schedules start at 0.60% and scale down to 0.20%. Blended asset portfolios use customized negotiated schedules starting at 0.85%. All fees are negotiable.