*Firm Associates packed over 8,000 pounds of beans for those in need at The Greater Chicago Food Depository.
Feature Article Cash Alternatives in a Low Yield Environment By: Steve Spencer, CIMA®, Senior Consultant
It seems as though we’ve been discussing the impact of very low interest rates on investors for many years now and the reality is we have – since at least 2009. Once again, market observers are opining about the possibility of the Federal Reserve increasing short-term rates...Read on
Expert's Forum MLPs Can Persevere in a Rising Interest Rate Environment By: James Mick, CFA, Tortoise Capital Advisors
The low interest rates that have been in place since the 2008 recession have significantly helped pipelines and other midstream MLPs (master limited partnerships) raise capital economically, enabling returns that are significantly higher than their cost of capital. That in turn has supported cash distribution growth and contributed to higher total returns for...Read on
Monthly Market Commentary October 2014 Market Commentary
U.S. stock indices reached new all-time highs in October while overseas returns disappointed. The U.S. continued on the path of recovery while other nations experienced significant headwinds, suggesting a decoupling of the world’s economies...Read on
From Our World To Yours Income Inequality Impacts All of Us By: Bob DiMeo, Managing Director
Income inequality in the U.S. is rising and that should concern all of us. Reports by credible institutions including the Congressional Budget Office suggest that negative consequences generally accompany...Read on
DiMeo Schneider News
We are pleased to announce the addition of a new associate!
Altan Wuliji, CFP®, Consultant, The Wealth Office™