Managing a Small Business During and Post COVID-19

October 14, 2020 It’s no secret that COVID-19 has created a very challenging business environment. This is especially true for small businesses. Sadly, many small businesses have already been forced to close during the pandemic due to their fragile finances, including limited cash reserves and often few or no established financial relationships. If you are … Continued

Capturing Pandemic Moments Before They’re Gone: A Time Capsule

October 1, 2020 Like it or not, the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed us into new sets of routines and has completely upended many parts of our lives. For many, this catastrophe has been compounded by school closures, historic wildfires or taking on additional caregiving responsibilities. While this process may cause you much angst, it could … Continued

Pondering 2020 So Far

July 20, 2020 Pondering the year 2020 so far is exhausting, and probably a little disorienting too. Many adjectives could apply given the mixed and ever-changing messages with regard to just about everything, coming from everywhere. Financial markets have only added to this heightened level of confusion for most people as the stock market initially … Continued

The Opportunity for Expanded Client Offerings and Technology Solutions

April 29, 2020 As the realities of the coronavirus pandemic settle in for the business community, conventional wisdom is forming that the operating environment will be forever changed. While it is likely true for financial services generally, and wealth management specifically, that things will never be the same again, the virus and the social distancing … Continued

What You Can Do Now

April 28, 2020 As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads across the globe, the poorest and most vulnerable members of society are being hardest hit and most likely will be the slowest to recover. They are in need of generosity now. And, while you may already be charitably inclined, the CARES Act provides enhanced tax savings advantages … Continued

Navigating Uncharted Territory

April 28, 2020 In stark contrast to the strong economic trends that were in place earlier this year, the threat of COVID-19 and the corresponding government response to effectively stop all business activity, except essential services, has resulted in a deep global recession. GDP in the U.S. is projected to decline significantly in both the … Continued