Norman Marks
APRIL 25, 2022
While many are focused on issues like cyber, saying it is perhaps the greatest source of risk to an organization today, I believe there are greater sources of concern. One of these has been in the news over the last months, called the Great Resignation Consider this set of survey results from ResumeBuilder.com. In the […].
Walkner Condon Financial Advisors
APRIL 6, 2022
With the death of a loved one, one question we often get is, “What assets are entitled to a step-up in basis and what assets aren’t entitled to a step-up in basis at death?” To define what we mean by step-up in basis , sometimes referred to as stepped-up basis, here is an example: Your mother purchased 100 shares of XYZ company at $10 per share in 1950, costing her $1,000, which is her “basis.
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Investing Caffeine
APRIL 1, 2022
After a painful start to 2022, the stock market surged last month, with the S&P 500 index gaining a respectable +3.6%, while the technology-heavy NASDAQ index rose by +3.4%. With volatility on the rise, getting caught up in the emotions of the headlines can be challenging for some investors. At Sidoxia , we are determined to objectively stick to the facts and migrate investments to the areas of the market that provide the best risk-reward opportunities to our clients, based on their unique
Dear Mr. Market
APRIL 29, 2022
Dear Mr. Market: Does the old stock market adage of “sell in May and go away” make sense? We’ve actually written about this one spring about nine years ago where we actually advocated taking some chips off the table, however it had less to do with a cute stock market rhyme and more due to profit taking. Where are we at now going into May and is this allegedly poor seasonal time of year appropriate to sell or perhaps not?
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The Better Letter
APRIL 29, 2022
The classic 1963 American romantic comedy thriller, Charade , produced and directed by Stanley Donen, and featuring an all-star cast including Cary Grant, Audrey Hepburn, Walter Matthau, James Coburn, and George Kennedy, will be playing under the stars this weekend here in San Diego. The week’s TBL will feature charade in a different context plus some follow-up to last week’s missive.
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Norman Marks
APRIL 22, 2022
I have been involved in information security, either auditing it or being responsible for the function at a couple of financial institutions, for a very long time. To me, cyber is not separate from information security. If I were to make a distinction, information security would include not only digital information, but also hard copy reports […].
Yardley Wealth Management
APRIL 27, 2022
The post Interest Rates, Inflation, and Investment Strategy – Part 2: Understanding Inflation appeared first on Yardley Wealth Management, LLC. Interest Rates, Inflation, and Investment Strategy Part 2: Understanding Inflation Has rising inflation got you down? In our last piece, “Understanding Interest Rates” we explored how rising and falling interest rates can impact a healthy economy.
Hubly
APRIL 27, 2022
Melanie has only worked in financial services for less than a year and is already a top back office worker according to the work she's completed in Hubly. She has picked up Hubly quicker than you can drink your coffee in the morning and in less than a year is already a super-user!
Wealthfront
APRIL 27, 2022
Exchange-traded funds (or ETFs) are a popular way to invest, and for good reason. They hold collections of investments like stocks or bonds, and are a convenient, tax-efficient way to build a diversified portfolio. The vast majority of ETFs passively track indexes, meaning they try to match the return of the index (rather than outperform […]. The post How Should I Evaluate an ETF?
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As we step into 2024, the lending landscape evolves rapidly with technology, regulations, and market dynamics driving change. For banks and financial institutions to stay competitive and meet the evolving needs of their customers, these drivers must be understood and engaged with. Lenders can anticipate significant transformation fueled by technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer behaviors.
Tobias Financial
APRIL 26, 2022
Tobias Financial Advisors is proud to announce that our CEO Marianela Collado will serve as a panelist at Best of Heckerling 2022: Highlights of the Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning event on Tuesday, May 3 rd at 12:10 PM EST. . Following a week at the virtual Heckerling Institute, Marianela will share what she learned about recent state and federal estate planning developments.
Prosperity Coaching
APRIL 26, 2022
Seminar Marketing Tips for Financial Advisors: A Seminar or Webinar can be a great tool not only for sharing your expertise as a financial advisor but also for building credibility and securing potential clients; however, a Seminar won’t do you any good if no one attends. So, you’ll need to […]. The post 17 Seminar Marketing Tips for Financial Advisors appeared first on The Prosperous Advisor Coaching Blog.
Norman Marks
APRIL 5, 2022
The latest headline topic for internal auditors seems to be Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG). For background, I refer you to a sensible piece by Richard Chambers. SEC Climate Disclosure Proposal May Be the Next SOX for Internal Audit summarizes in a clear and concise way (thank you, Richard) the SEC’s proposed climate-related disclosure […].
Park Place Financial
APRIL 26, 2022
RETIREMENT 3 Retirement Mistakes to Avoid Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. Your retirement years can be spent focusing on your family and friends, traveling to places you’ve always wanted to go with your partner, and continuing the hobbies you love at home. Unfortunately, a few wrong choices can significantly impact your wealth.
Speaker: Joe Buhrmann, MBA, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC® Senior Financial Planning Practice Management Consultant eMoney Advisor
During an era of evolving consumer preferences, the banking sector is undergoing a profound shift. As customers continue to broaden their perspectives, banking professionals must support their customers' financial wellness by providing holistic financial advice that aligns with individual goals and circumstances. Without adapting, financial institutions will find that loyalty may crumble amid uncertainty.
Sara Grillo
APRIL 25, 2022
Almost every time I do something weird with my business to the point that anyone I tell laughs at it, those are the times of my highest effectiveness. If I were a financial advisor wanting to grow my business, I would do it weird as hell. Niched down like hell. This blog talks about target markets for financial advisors and we’re going to discuss four examples of wild, wacky niches that have turned out to be simply brilliant for the advisors brave enough to venture forth.
The Better Letter
APRIL 22, 2022
This week’s TBL is a favorite of mine. It focuses on music, beauty, and contingency. If you like The Better Letter, please subscribe, share it, and forward it widely. Subscribe now Share The Better Letter Thanks for reading. It’s Not Coldplay Imagine there’s no Beatles, it’s easy if you try. Yesterday , the 2019 film directed by Danny Boyle ( Slumdog Millionaire , Trainspotting , Steve Jobs ) and written by Richard Curtis ( Love Actually , Notting Hill , Four Weddings and
Brown Advisory
APRIL 20, 2022
Good Preparation Leads to a Good Audit Experience: What to Expect from Your Investment Advisor mhannan Wed, 04/20/2022 - 06:03 After an extended period of strong returns that began in 2009, many not-for-profit (NFP) organizations find themselves increasingly challenged to earn the traditional target of an inflation-adjusted 5% annual spending rate. To help meet this return objective, we find that our clients’ investment portfolios are becoming increasingly complex as a result of their reliance o
International College of Financial Planning
APRIL 20, 2022
If you are a student looking to make a career in finance, becoming a financial planner is a great place to start. Financial planning is a rewarding, stable career that can give you the opportunity to help people make the most of their money. Becoming a financial planner requires an understanding of the financial markets, investment strategies, and the ability to communicate with clients.
Speaker: Carolina Aponte - Owner and CEO, Caja Holdings LLC
In today's rapidly changing business environment, building a resilient balance sheet is crucial to the survival of any business. A resilient balance sheet allows a company to withstand financial shocks and adapt to changing market conditions. To achieve this, companies need to focus on key strategies such as maintaining adequate liquidity, managing debt levels, diversifying revenue streams, and prioritizing profitability over growth.
Norman Marks
APRIL 12, 2022
I am, of course, talking about people. X If you look at the root cause of almost every failure or missed opportunity, it comes down to people. Yet, we don’t pay nearly enough attention to whether we have the right people in the right jobs. You could add to that ‘the right information and authority’, […].
Park Place Financial
APRIL 26, 2022
ESTATES 4 Tips to Consider When Passing Trust Assets to Your Children Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. For many people, making sure their loved ones will be financially secure after they’re gone is a primary objective and a trust fund can help achieve this goal. Trust funds are common estate planning tools that help high-net-worth individuals pass an inheritance to their children and grandchildren.
Sara Grillo
APRIL 21, 2022
I’m tired of these nonsense “top advisor” lists based on AUM or how many Twitter followers somebody has. I feel that to proclaim that somebody is a top advisor based on AUM or Twitter followers is an abridgement of morality, and it is my goal to overshadow any media voice that claims as such. So here’s a blog about some things that ethical financial advisors do in the hopes they will serve as an example of right behavior for the rest of the industry to follow.
BlueMind
APRIL 19, 2022
Category: Technology. After the initial impact of the Covid-19 and the widespread shutdown of businesses, there was a huge question regarding how business owners needed to make adjustments to the way they conduct their business in order to stay open. With social distancing mandated everywhere and the public advised to remain inside their homes, many businesses had to face major layoffs, temporary closures, and severe financial strain.
Speaker: Wayne Spivak, President and CFO of SBA * Consulting Ltd., Industry Writer, Public Speaker
If you’re lost in the world of spend management needs and your GAP analysis is lacking perspective on the future state of your business performance, listen up! With the advancement of technology, the implementation of spend management best practices and concrete GAP analyses is more streamlined and accessible than ever before. And while this may sound like great news for you and your clients, it won’t be worthwhile unless you have the latest techniques to back up your ambitions!
Darrow Wealth Management
APRIL 20, 2022
Inflation is at 40-year highs. The Federal Reserve has started raising interest rates to cool the economy and tame inflation. But it won’t be easy. Given the strength of household balance sheets and that the Fed is raising rates from zero, prepare for inflation to stick around. Taming inflation won’t be easy. The Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) measures the change in the prices of goods and services consumed by all households and nonprofit institutions serving households.
Brown Advisory
APRIL 19, 2022
The Family Mission Statement and Strategic Plan jharrison Tue, 04/19/2022 - 16:38 Download the Report We believe a family mission statement – and a strategic plan to implement that mission – allows a family to filter out the “background noise” of day-to-day challenges and focus on long-term goals and objectives. Developing these documents provides a process for reaching agreement on the family’s core values and creates a shared vision amongst all family members.
Norman Marks
APRIL 1, 2022
Today, I am hosting a Guest Post by Elliot Schreiber, PhD. I have a few comments at the end. _ Boards have responsibility for approving the strategy and risk appetite of the company. This requires directors to have sufficient information to assure themselves that they can make the best decisions possible at the time the […].
Your Richest Life
APRIL 19, 2022
April is financial literacy month, which is intended to empower people to understand and steward their money well. This is a topic that I’m passionate about, because I believe that everyone should have access to the knowledge that will help them create wealth and stability in their lives. In honor of financial literacy month, here are some ways you can improve your own financial knowledge: 1.
Speaker: Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
Niche markets represent a huge opportunity for the financial services industry in America. From college students and women to communities of color and low-to-moderate-income households, niche populations have specialized financial needs – but they often underutilize many valuable financial products and services. How can you better connect with these consumers?
Advisor Websites
APRIL 19, 2022
Let’s get personal for a second, shall we? Almost every organization has a website. The question is, do they have a solid digital presence that attracts and meets the expectations of today’s tech-savvy consumer?
Tucker Advisors
APRIL 13, 2022
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Walkner Condon Financial Advisors
APRIL 13, 2022
You may have recently changed jobs and are wondering, “What should I do with my retirement account that was established through my former employer’s retirement plan?”. If you work for a university, public school, or a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization (more commonly referred to as a charitable organization or nonprofit), you may have participated in a 403(b) plan.
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