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Circa 1997, when we got into the business, most investment programs were guided by, quoting Peter Bernstein, “rules of thumb and folklore” as opposed to sound theory and reliable data. But, academics and institutional investors alike have helped us make substantial progress. The last twenty years has seen an explosion in understanding markets and reliable drivers of long horizon success. Sadly, much of wealth management still relies upon stories and false narratives.
We're here to change that. An educated client is, in our opinion, far more likely to tune out the noise of markets and achieve long-term success.
A Primer on CA's Potential Long Term Care Program and Payroll Tax
The state of California has created a task force to recommend options for establishing its own state long term care insurance program and a potential additional payroll tax. Here's an update.
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Protective Reserve - the First Step to a Financially Resilient Household
Risk control is central to sound investing. Yet, we often see a family’s largest risk is not hidden in their investment portfolio. How do we address and, in the process, build a resilient household?
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Investment versus Speculation
If there was “one thing” to producing long-term investment success, our cumulative 50-plus years in the industry would point to the distinction between investment and speculation.
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A Freshman Lesson on Tax Efficient Compounding
The savvy parent may want to reserve the last $35,000 of an existing 529 Plan and convert to a Roth IRA for their child. Further, the long horizon and absence of taxes can be combined with a small cap value tilt for a material advantage.
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What to do when you’re asked to fund a startup
What to do when you’re asked to fund a startup? Our clients get asked routinely to invest in new ventures. Bottom line? Understand your odds going in with eyes wide open. Then let your priorities drive your investment decisions.
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Is Your Cash Working for You, Your Broker or Your Governor?
Investors would be wise to shop around and holistically think about their cash allocation. Cash and equivalents can be boring. But fee and tax blunders can be avoided with a little bit of preparation.
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The Rolling Bank Crisis and Your Cash…Don’t Let a Good Crisis Go to Waste
Recent bank failures and resulting massive capital flows have upended short term investing. We lay out a framework to allow your priorities to drive your cash choices, not the news cycle. Don't let a good crisis go to waste.
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