Weekly Articles by Osbon Capital Management:
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The Big Debt Crisis Article
Without debt, the majority of people would never be able to own a home. Companies would struggle to build data centers and manufacturing plants. Governments wouldn’t be able to build subway systems, hospitals or highways. No debt means no growth. Still, there are limits. Too much debt, poorly managed, leads to disasters. With this in mind, Ray Dalio and his firm…
Thank You & Gratitude
In an age of abundance, the communal practice of giving thanks is something to be grateful for in and of itself. Taking the time to give thanks is an opportunity for a perspective reset. It allows us to step beyond whatever challenge-du-jour we have faced and step into a place of empathy and connection. Often caught up in our efforts…
The Body: A Guide for Occupants
Bill Bryson, bestselling author of A Short History of Nearly Everything, takes us on a head-to-toe tour of the marvel that is the human body. The book guides us through the human body–how it functions, its remarkable ability to heal itself, and (unfortunately) the ways it can fail. As Bill Bryson writes, “We pass our existence within this wobble of flesh…
Cosmic Origins
This year the Harvard Museum of Natural History marked the 50th anniversary of the first manned mission to the Moon and Neil Armstrong’s “giant leap for mankind” with the unveiling of Cosmic Origins. Visitors can investigate the origins of and processes shaping planetary bodies and stars by using touchable specimens, colorful visuals, and interactive media. Through November 27, 2019, the exhibit will…
Boston Beer and BBQ Fest
The fifth annual Boston Beer & BBQ Fest focuses on locally made craft beers and ciders as well as showcasing some of the best local BBQ joints around. By attending you’ll have access to over 80 craft beers and ciders, as well as mountains of BBQ. This year will feature 25 New England craft brewers and cideries along with 7…
MFA Late Nites
The MFA kicks off another season of its Late Nites programming, keeping portions of the museum open until 2 a.m. Visitors can catch a sneak peek of “The Banner Project,” a large-scale installation from artist Robert Pruitt depicting members of the Boston community that will be on display through fall 2020. There will also be a beer garden, late-night snacks,…
Considerations Before Every Buy and Sell Decision
It is easier to make money decisions when you depersonalize them. Think of your investments as a business with very clear profit and loss metrics. Practice the dispassionate discipline of looking at all stakeholders and considering all goals, timelines and risks. Now that it’s late October and just a few months before the close of the calendar year, let’s take…
Fall Foliage Brunch Cruise
Get a new perspective on fall foliage! The Fall Foliage Brunch Cruise— a 2.5-hour excursion around Boston Harbor– offers panoramic views of the Harbor Islands, historic tales, and a three-course brunch menu. Cocktails are available for purchase, including the Northern Lights Mimosa featuring St. Germain, orange juice and bubbles. See and hear about historic sites like the harbor islands, Independence…
Boston Book Festival
The eleventh annual Boston Book Festival, features 300+ presenters in fiction, poetry, memoir, science/technology, history, children’s literature, and more! The event is free, open to the public, and includes workshops for aspiring writers, readings from well-known authors, literary walking tours, and the popular Passport to Imagination scavenger hunt for the kids. The Saturday street fair in Copley Square features exhibitions…
