A Review of Private Ocean Portfolios in The Current Market Environment
Given the strong year in markets and the continued global recovery, we wanted to take some time to review what is happening in the various … Read more
Highlights of the “American Families Plan” Tax Proposal
On September 13, 2021, the House Ways and Means Committee released draft legislation that includes proposals covering a range of tax increases along with substantial … Read more
ESG Investing 2.0
When I started as an advisor nearly 20 years ago, on occasion I’d receive the inquiry by a client “how can I invest in socially … Read more
Achieving a Clear Picture: How Business Owners Can Protect Their Financial Future
Business Owners – How do you maximize your personal bottom line and protect your financial future? Creating an integrated plan is the key. Business owners … Read more
Inflation: What’s Ahead and How it May Affect Your Portfolio
Over the prior several months inflation fears have been stoked by high Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures. For instance, in July CPI jumped 0.5% over … Read more
Life Advice: Processing Grief During Difficult Times
The numbers of lives lost in the US (due to Covid) alone are staggering at 641,000 as of August 31, 2021. Throughout the pandemic and … Read more
Important Documents To Bring With You In The Event Of An Evacuation
During an emergency, an evacuation notice may come quickly, leaving us little time to gather important documents that we’ll need in case of property loss. … Read more
The Basics: What You Should Know About Cryptocurrency
There has been much debate recently about the rising popularity, skepticism, excitement, and long-term future for cryptocurrency (or “crypto”), a digital currency that can be … Read more
‘Everything Screams Inflation.’ How to Interpret the Headlines.
The following is an article authored by Weston Wellington, Vice President at Dimensional Fund Advisors, used with permission. KEY TAKEAWAYS After last year’s economic shocks, … Read more
6 Estate Planning Tips For Your Animals
For many of us, our pets are beloved members of our families. They bring companionship and happiness and like our human family members, they come … Read more
Medicare and Medigap: What You Should Know
If you recently celebrated your 65th birthday or are looking to turn 65 in the next few years, there are things you should know about … Read more
What Seattleites should consider financially before planning post-pandemic travel
Who doesn’t miss traveling? After more than a year of staying-at-home, Seattleites, like most of the country and the world, are ready to get on … Read more