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Inflation risk: What it is, and why it matters

Even “normal” inflation (the average inflation rate is around 3% a year) means that your money will buy less over time. Here's how to manage that risk.
Even “normal” inflation (the average inflation rate is around 3% a year) means that your money will buy less over time. Here’s how to manage that risk.

Will the stock market crash? Quorum shares risks with U.S. News

After 2023 left investors scratching their heads, U.S. News is asking whether the much discussed, yet elusive, recession and bear market are waiting for us in 2024. The publication shares

U.S. News asked Quorum Managing Partner Kelly Milligan to weigh in on the 7 risks to the stock market in 2024, and how seriously to take them.

How to invest in an index

We frequently talk about the importance of a diversified portfolio. Diversification across a wide array of stocks can help protect investors from certain types of market risk. There are several

You hear about the importance of a diversified portfolio; there are several ways to invest in a diversified bucket of stocks. The most common include mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and direct indexing.

3 ways to approach a concentrated stock position

A concentrated stock position can be a highly personal and complex part of financial planning. Many of the people we work with at Quorum acquire large positions in specific companies

There’s no one-size-fits all way to approach a large stock position in a single company. Here are the three strategies we consider with our clients.

Quorum’s 2026 mid-year market update

The U.S. economy displays continued resilience as we hit the mid-year point of 2026 despite considerable headwinds.
We’ve hit mid-year of 2026, and the U.S. economy displays continued resilience; corporate earnings remain strong. Read more for what we’re watching in the second half of the year.

Leverage 101: How to get strategic about debt

Debt is a reality, even for the wealthy. And leverage can be incredibly useful. But it's important to be strategic.
Debt is a reality, even for the wealthy. And leverage can be incredibly useful. But with inflation and interest rates higher-than-normal, it’s important to be strategic.

Equity compensation: An overview

Equity compensation is increasingly popular as companies look to recruit top talent. But if you don't understand how it works, you could leave money on the table.
Equity compensation is increasingly popular as companies look to recruit top talent. But if you don’t understand how it works, you could leave money on the table.

June 2026 market update

The war with Iran remains highly tumultuous despite April’s indefinite ceasefire extension. The truce has been critically strained by a continuous “dual blockade” in the Persian Gulf and direct military

Hiring makes an unexpected recovery, but a rate hike may be on the way.

Deferred comp: The amazing benefit no one is using

Deferred compensation is a powerful tax minimization tool. But because it’s uncommon, many executives don't know enough to take full advantage of the offering.
Deferred compensation is a powerful tax minimization tool. But because it’s uncommon, many executives don’t know enough to take full advantage of the offering.