Hanseatic Management Services Inc

Hanseatic Management Services, Inc. is an investment advisory firm founded on June 9, 1995, by Russell T. Sanderson, Brian R. Stangel, and Amy M. Stangel. The firm specializes in providing investment management, model portfolios, investment advice, and financial planning services. Hanseatic offers investment management services on a discretionary basis through separately managed accounts or sub-advisory agreements. The firm caters to various clients, including large public pension funds, family offices, and individual clients with both qualified and non-qualified accounts. Hanseatic's investment strategies include equities, fixed income, real estate, precious metals, and cash equivalents. The firm uses a proprietary quantitative investment process to construct diversified portfolios that actively manage risk. Hanseatic also provides model portfolios on a non-discretionary basis. The firm's fee structure varies based on services provided, with investment management fees ranging from 0.45% to 1.50% depending on the client type and asset size. Hanseatic does not charge performance-based fees and requires a minimum account size of $1,000,000 for institutional clients and $100,000 for individual clients. The firm acts as a fiduciary and offers investment discretion, allowing clients to impose restrictions on investing in certain securities. Hanseatic's investment philosophy focuses on long-term goals and managing risks effectively. Clients receive regular account reviews and performance updates to ensure transparency and accountability.