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Despite ongoing discussions meant to defuse tensions and a 90-day “truce” between U.S. and China, the trade tariff issue has not gone away. Well-entrenched globalization trends are unlikely to be reversed, but protectionism could weigh on growth. Other global and non-U.S. economic overview includes share declines in oil and other commod...

There is not a lot of data to call upon to glean the performance of direct private investments; however, based on a large, robust study focused on institutional investors, family offices should know that the performance of this type of investing has been mixed at best. In this paper, the second in a three-part series, we examine the peformance of d...

After years of favorable treatment, will insurance carriers finally shift their appetite for this industry? We’ve been fortunate to have a large volume of carriers interested in obtaining asset management business in the past three years. This increased capacity has driven carriers to create enhanced terms and conditions as well as offer more...

While cyber liability losses and privacy claims continue to rise, a new exposure has arisen. Hackers have determined that due to the increased sophistication in computer security, it may be easier to manipulate an individual rather than a machine. With enough policies and procedures in place, Social Engineering Fraud (SEF) is preventable. However, ...

There is a lot to like in the Consumer Discretionary sector, particularly for investors in search of companies with significant growth opportunities and sustainable competitive advantages. With millennials currently representing over a quarter of the U.S. population, their tendencies will have a growing influence on equity markets and play an incre...

Private markets investments remain poised to play an increasingly important role in the portfolios of individual and family investors seeking the compelling long-term outperformance and diversification characteristics of the asset class. Understanding the basics of private markets investments and their construction is the first step toward the succ...

Trusts classified as foreign for U.S. tax purposes, whether established under the law of a U.S. state or of an offshore jurisdiction, must review whether they have any U.S. tax or information reporting filings to make in 2019 with regard to income earned and distributions made in 2018. This article provides trust officers and family advisers with a...

Even the best laid plans or checklists for filing the various U.S. forms on time can sometimes go astray. When they do, it is prudent to request an extension to file the particular return. Careful attention should be paid to where and how to submit the request, as procedures are not necessarily the same for all returns.

Over the past decade, matriarchs and patriarchs of successful families have been shifting their focus from their children to a broader group of individuals, such as grandchildren, siblings, and nieces. Often, they choose to create family banks, which are typically trusts that are funded to help individuals pursue entrepreneurial opportunities, vent...

Single family offices (SFOs) have long been an established way for wealthy families to create accountability and structure around the myriad needs of family members. Yet decades of experience have revealed that families too often fail to recognize—or choose to ignore—early signs that an existing SFO structure is cost prohibitive or fail...

This recorded webinar Illustrates how effective annual income tax rates for a C corporation differs, depending on whether it distributes all, part, or none of its annual earnings. This provides a more realistic base against which to compare one's tax rates as an owner of a pass-through business entity, such as an S corporation, partnership, or ...

Moving from home to college is a rite of passage that requires a teenager to assume more responsibility for their actions and requires a parent to respect their child's budding independence. Before college-bound teens make the move, there are important factors families need to fully consider regarding their children’s personal safety, hea...

College years can be an exciting time for young adults, as they get their first taste of independence and being self-sufficient. However, the responsibilities of coming-of-age also comes with significant risks. Parents can help their college-bound children by following essential tips on reducing risky driving habits, managing cyber threats, and bui...

As threats continue to mount, understanding and managing cybersecurity risks has become top of mind for leaders in business and government. According to the Federal Trade Commission, business executives often ask how to manage confidential information. While experts agree there is no fool proof solution, there are some high-level principles for ope...

Prevention matters, and knowledge is the key to prevention. By understanding exactly what identity theft is, how it happens, and how it affects you, you will be better able to prevent and, if necessary, resolve identity theft. Learn more about identity protection and some simple steps you can take to further reduce your susceptibility.