The cryptocurrency market, and specifically Bitcoin, has grown significantly and offers investors high potential returns. It is commonly argued that Bitcoin should be considered by investors as a store of value and portfolio hedge. However, there are a number of risks that investors should evaluate before considering an allocation.
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“I’m 100 percent not you, and you’re 100 percent not me.”— Find out why that powerful reminder from guest Cassie Atteberry is the key to making the “people stuff” easier for you, your family, and your organization. In this episode, Cassie joins host Damien Martin to share insights to help you to show up as the best version of yourself, build higher-performing teams, and deliberately create a healthy and successful organizational culture.
With the rising interest rates and media speculation around the level of credit spreads, corporate bond investors are reminded of the 2013 taper tantrum when credit spreads widened. For investors concerned about increased market volatility, allocating to a rules-based ladder strategy may provide both predictable income and capital preservation.
From phishing emails and identity theft to fraudulent money transfer requests, cybercriminals continue to find new ways to target individuals and their assets. This fundamentals checklist and recommendations can help protect you, your family, and your assets.
When it comes to buying a new home, there can be many unknowns. Uncovering issues and the hidden risks earlier in the process can help you make a more informed buying decision. There are four important questions you should ask to help tell the full story of a home before purchasing it.
As a successful family, your unique lifestyle can create unique challenges while traveling around the world. The next time you travel, there are five key areas to consider that can help keep you, your family, and your belongings safe while you are away.
While April may be the official month of financial literacy, investors should commit to staying informed all year round. Whether dealing with terms like meme stocks (stocks that typically trade on hype instead of fundamentals) or older ones like tracking error, there can be plenty of confusion around the language of investing. For both new and experienced investors, knowing the language can make a world of difference to the success of a long-term investment plan.
Singapore has been trending upward—becoming the place that is increasingly synonymous with family offices. Since 2019, Singapore has seen a growing number of high-profiled businesspeople establish family offices there. In addition to tax incentives, interest in Singapore is fueled by the potential growth in Asia, where many see the island nation as a gateway to the region. Apart from tax and other external driving forces, Singapore has attractive investment incentives available for family offices or family investment vehicles.
When portfolios don’t deliver outcomes as expected, the number one question is “Why?” In this Risk Report, the answers are provided through an examination of more than 200 institutional equity portfolios, representing more than $200 billion assets. What was discovered may surprise you. From a portfolio’s exposure to uncompensated risks to the performance-hindering “cancellation effect,” there were six common drivers of unexpected portfolio results.
A solid governance structure is critical to any private trust company’s long-term success. Through a thoughtful review that includes useful diagrams and outlines, learn the common elements of the PTC structure; the Board role and responsibilities; the Board attributes, composition, selection process, and succession planning; and additional considerations for selecting PTC committee members.