As we are currently engaged in gathering forms and data for taxes, I thought that now could also be a good time to review what exactly is involved in the […]
High Impact Tax Strategies for Affluent Individuals and Families
At Osborne Partners, we believe there are a number of potentially high impact tax strategies that are worth evaluating now. Some of these strategies will be optimally implemented during low-income […]
Investing in Innovation – Learning From the Past
Famed investor Peter Lynch’s quote on the 1848 Gold Rush encapsulates both the promise and peril of investing amid periods of speculation. Opportunity springs from enabling new innovations, but danger […]
What Goes Up … May Actually Come Back Down
The year 2023 was quite a rollercoaster for U.S. fixed income markets. Rates across the yield curve saw considerable volatility throughout the year as the Federal Reserve’s campaign against inflation […]
How to Plan For the Sunset of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
On December 31st, 2025, the Tax Cut and Jobs Act (TCJA) – signed by President Donald Trump in late 2017 – will expire. As one of the largest tax reform […]
2023: The Year of Inflections
Entering 2023, the consensus outlook was bearish for most asset classes. Inflation would remain stubbornly high. Interest rates would continue to rise and remain higher for much longer. Corporate earnings […]
U.S. Equities Are Expensive…(?)
U.S. equities bears have been out in full force during the first nine months of 2023. The most common bearish thesis over the summer sounded something like this: The Federal […]
An Alternative Approach
For many investors, whenever the topic of alternative investments is brought up, their eyes gloss over as they prepare to be inundated with complex investment jargon accompanied by top-notch marketing […]
Fixed Income and Credit: The Federal Reserve Hikes Again.
Interest rates rose in the quarter and finished at year-to-date highs across the yield curve. The move higher in rates weighed on performance, with both benchmark 10-year Treasury Notes and […]
A Guide to Effective Giving: How to Thoroughly Vet a Charity Before Donating
Charitable giving is a noble endeavor, but it’s crucial to ensure your generosity is put to good use. To make the most of your donations and ensure they benefit the […]