Weekly Articles by Osbon Capital Management:
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Election Uncertainty: What’s It Mean For Me?
On Tuesday, November 8th we’ll finally know who the 45th President of the United States will be. What a campaign rollercoaster it’s been. It’s been so contentious and unpredictable, many investors are wondering what it means for their financial futures. Here are some things to consider as the last 40 days of the campaign unfold.
My 8 Step Financial Routine
We all want to be responsible and efficient when it comes to finances. But how? Where should you start and what should be done? Instead of starting from scratch, I recommend you follow an easy routine. Take the 8 small steps below each month. They won’t take you more than 10-30 minutes and will pay dividends well into the future.
Am I Risk Tolerant?
We see advisors and investment firms do it all the time. They ask you what your risk tolerance is, possibly on a scale of 1-5 or with words like conservative and aggressive. It’s tempting to condense the investment process down to a series of targeted multiple-choice questions. But does that really work? Let’s take a deeper look.
Six Reasons To Call Your Advisor
When should you call your wealth advisor? Whenever you want. Your advisor should always be available and ready to answer questions, pose new forward-looking ideas, or simply discuss what’s on your mind. Here are six situations where you should definitely pick up the phone.
Are My Investments Socially Responsible?
We get this question often, and welcome the discussion. Are my investments contributing to global warming, questionable GMO food practices or gun manufacturing? Will my portfolio help or hurt the next generation? What will I say to my kids/grandkids/friends when they ask me if I invest responsibly? Fortunately, there is a way to know how you are doing, and the responsible choices you have.
How The Local Inaugural Decathlon Makes Boston Better For You
This past Saturday 72 local men and women endured 90+ degree scorching heat to compete in the first ever Boston D10 Decathlon. After eight years of hosting the marquee event in New York City, founder Dave Maloney chose Boston for his next move. He couldn’t have picked a better city. Here’s why:
6 Types of Financial Tidiness
I’ve recently been caught up in the KonMari tidiness phenomenon. Marie Kondo has sold millions of copies of her book, “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up”, and was named on the Time 100 Most Influential People this year. Here’s how you can use her ideas for your money’s tidiness.
Single Stocks And Concentration Risk
Last week we were asked to address this topic for an article – we get our best ideas from clients. As the investment adage goes: you get rich through concentration, you stay rich through diversification. It holds a lot of truth. Knowing what to do and when is a question of matching risk with reward. Consider these concepts and questions if you currently hold a significant piece of your wealth in a single entity or are thinking of doing so.
Two Things For Your Emergency Plan
This isn’t a fun topic but it’s one of those essential responsibility conversations. Emergency and contingency planning, aka estate planning, is something that most people prefer to put off. Procrastination can leave you and your family in a tough spot if an emergency strikes. It’s actually not a difficult process for most people, but the more money you have, the more complex it gets. Here is a simplified look for you:
