Dear Clients, Team, Friends, Vendors, and other Stakeholders: This month we are celebrating 20 years in business. You have all seen the stats: most businesses do not make it to 20 years. Not only are we still here, but we are stronger than ever. What started as two co-founders and one employee... Read More

Mid-February is a time of the year we look forward to, as Warren Buffett publishes his annual letter to shareholders, providing commentary on his businesses, the economy, and sage life/investing advice. In honor of this year's letter, our 5, 5, 5 this month consists of five quotes that align with... Read More

These are exciting times at True North! Next week, we will leave our current home in Campbell Center and head to our new office in Uptown. It's hard to believe we opened our doors here 15 years ago. While it has been a good home for us, I think we have outgrown its utility and functionality. Time... Read More

Borrower: "So, what is the interest rate on this loan?" Lender: "Since your income growth is much slower than before, we'll charge you 4%." Borrower: "How about I tell you how much I'll pay?" Lender: "You paid 6% on your last loan; this is a good deal." Borrower: "I'd like to pay 2.5% this time."... Read More

What is your favorite four-letter word? Personally, I don't have a favorite, but there is one I dislike a lot: RISK.  It's not the word itself that bothers me; it's the usage.  I think it's used too liberally and generically to describe just about everything, from career risk, to political risk, to... Read More