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Macro 12/1/2023
Understand the oil market's plight through the Prisoner's Dilemma. Despite attempts by Saudi Arabia and OPEC to bolster prices, conflicting self-in... READ MORE
Financial Advisors 11/28/2023
Discover why content reigns supreme for financial advisors in the digital age. Uncover the impact of curated content on client retention, lead gen... READ MORE
Macro 11/24/2023
Explore Taleb's 'Black Swan' concept unveiling unforeseen events. Beware complacency in forecasting future markets, likening to a snowflake's role ... READ MORE
Tax Strategies 11/21/2023
Navigate mutual fund tax implications: debunk misconceptions on year-end distributions. These distributions aren't extra tax but prepayments, ensur... READ MORE
Macro 11/17/2023
This deep dive into global trade dynamics underscores how crucial understanding capital flows are. The US-BRICS balance profoundly impacts global g... READ MORE
Financial Advisors 11/14/2023
Client retention is crucial for financial advisors. Understanding why clients leave and employing strategies to enhance retention build enduring re... READ MORE
Macro 11/13/2023
The article explores 'de-dollarization' and the potential formation of a BRICS currency. It addresses the reasons why this may not be as straightfo... READ MORE
Selling a Business 11/9/2023
Discover key strategies to unlock the maximum value in your business sale. From understanding value drivers to transparent financial documentation ... READ MORE
Reading List 11/7/2023
In the ever-evolving world of finance, continuous growth and reading are essential for financial advisors to excel. here's a curated list of our re... READ MORE
Macro 11/2/2023
The Fed's monetary policy and natural interest rates matter to investors. For years, natural rates of interest have been declining, influencing inv... READ MORE
IRS 11/1/2023
The IRS has just announced key adjustments for 2024, impacting retirement and tax planning - here's what you need to know. READ MORE
Inflation 10/31/2023
From demand-pull to cost-push and monetary inflation, explore the forces behind price hikes since the pandemic. Understand the intricacies of infla... READ MORE
Macro 10/24/2023
Amid greater market uncertainty, declining bank lending is indicating some potential issues. Meanwhile, a rapidly steepening yield curve may pose f... READ MORE
Volatility 10/16/2023
The "volatility tax" reveals the deceptive cost of steep portfolio losses, emphasizing the significance of understanding how money grows or shrinks... READ MORE
Behavioral Finance 10/10/2023
Understanding cognitive biases in finance is crucial. It's important to try and make rational decisions despite our complex human nature. Prospect ... READ MORE
10/4/2023
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Soft Landing 10/3/2023
The U.S. economy's unexpected resilience raises concerns about complacency and "recency bias". As the media touts a 'soft landing,' history shows e... READ MORE
Inverse Yield Curve 9/26/2023
When you invest in short-term debt instruments you receive a lower interest rate and when you invest in longer-term debt instruments with longer ma... READ MORE
dunham donor advised fund 9/19/2023
Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) have emerged as a powerful tool that financial advisors can utilize to effectively address client taxes, while also attr... READ MORE
Dunham Onboarding Experience 9/12/2023
As a financial advisor and entrepreneur, you understand that a smooth onboarding process is not just a checklist—it is an impactful experience. Tha... READ MORE