2024

This past holiday weekend, I had the opportunity to spend a few relaxing days in Boston. The city is widely known for its deep-rooted history, impeccably preserved architecture, prominent churches and cathedrals, numerous colleges and universities, professional sports teams, and…

The United States is a land that just keeps giving. In the early days of our nation, it was the fertility of the soil that helped feed a growing population and attract newcomers to gain the freedom to prosper. Our…

I remember vividly the UK’s years of high inflation in the 1970s, which included strikes by the coal miners union, power cuts, and rationing. We bought in bulk because prices were going up by double digits annually. The period was…

No – I am not referring to either of the pugilists in this year’s presidential prize fight. There are plenty of others who will cover that topic. My comment is focused on Warren Buffett. As regular readers of this blog…

Last Tuesday, a federal judge preliminarily approved a $418 million settlement that could significantly alter the landscape of home buying and selling in the United States. The agreement resolves two similar lawsuits in Missouri and Illinois brought against four major…

Whether avid sports enthusiasts or casual observers, there are few across the United States who fail to recognize the name Caitlin Clark after this past March. The college basketball star competed in last month’s NCAA Women’s March Madness tournament, contributing…

Have you heard of Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS)? The name suggests it might not only warrant the attention of small business owners, but QSBS is also very relevant to private equity investing in smaller companies. Knowledgeable private equity managers…

The cargo ship, Dali, recently struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, resulting in the tragic loss of six lives. The Port of Baltimore was forced to shut down temporarily – a significant event given Baltimore is the ninth…

Commercial real estate is a diverse asset class. Its various sectors experience different trajectories. While certain sectors, such as multifamily housing, have thrived before and during the pandemic, the retail sector, particularly shopping malls, has faced major headwinds. The surge…

Once the darling of the commercial real estate market, Class A multi-family properties are currently in a bit of a slump. A combination of changes in market cycle factors has prompted the sector to stumble for the first time in…