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How contingent fee attorneys can lower their taxes
Contingent fee attorneys fight hard for their clients, who are often victims of horrible accidents or other tragedies. But when it comes to paying taxes on those contingent fees, however, these attorneys become victims…of the progressive tax system.
What is the yield curve (and why does it matter)?
As jargon goes, “yield curve” is one of the worst offenders. However, when you look closely at how interest rates work, it’s easy to understand why the yield curve is important, and why many traders and investors use it to help forecast what’s ahead for markets and the economy.
Hedge funds, explained.
If your only reference point for hedge funds is pop culture, it can be easy to misunderstand what they are and how they work. Let’s dig into what hedge funds are, how they’re different from other investment funds, and whether you should consider adding hedge funds to your portfolio.
November 2024 Market Update
An election season with several twists and turns came to a not-unexpected end with the reelection of President Donald Trump. The received wisdom is that the financial markets hate uncertainty, and we certainly saw some evidence of that in the rally that followed the decisive election results.
October 2024 Market Update
The stock market rose in September... but so did volatility, signaling investors may be getting nervous about what's ahead.
Do you have an estate plan?
An estate plan can help create security for your family. or instance, a healthcare directive can help protect you if you get in a car accident and need medical care while unconscious. We look at what goes into an estate plan so you can better assess whether you need to create one.
