Imagine winning the lottery. Now, how would you spend that money? It’s a scenario that everyone has thought about at one point in their lives, but the chances of winning the lottery are virtually non-existent, making these dream scenarios nothing more than fantasy. However, it’s not uncommon for... Read More

The partnership between True North Advisors and Western Research & Management has been in the works for some time. Our discussion began four years ago while the firms worked together on several investments to benefit high net worth clients. Geographically, both companies serve high net worth... Read More

Entrepreneurs are unique. Aside from the significant risks that entrepreneurs take to get their businesses off the ground, entrepreneurs possess a different makeup. To be successful, entrepreneurs need to have passion, be self-starters, and have a vision for their futures and the futures of their... Read More

In this edition of the 555, we take a look into the fears of an extended bull market, how the generation you fall in affects your market expectations, and why you need to consider an insurance plan when your kids leave for college. Enjoy!  Read More

While markets finished meaningfully down in 2018, looking solely at the year-end numbers masks some important facts. We've summarized some of the key factors that caused the dip in the market, and a few comments on our perspective moving forward.  Read More