October 8, 2013 In Market Commentary, Markets By Chris Judy

The 3rd Quarter Winds Down

September 2013 marks the five-year anniversary of the financial market collapse in 2008; we have certainly come a long way in those five years. With the S&P 500 and the Dow eclipsing all-time highs and interest rates having stayed low for the longest stretch in 50 years, most investors have already received quite a benefit from the fount of cheap money.  Since September 2008, a meaningful economic recovery has taken place.  Look at the results since the equity markets bottomed out in March of 2009:READ MORE

October 8, 2013 In Investment Strategy By Joe Cervantes, CFP

Consider Dividend-Paying Stocks

In this low interest rate environment, income-minded investors, who have some tolerance for risk may find dividend-paying stocks attractive.  In fact, nearly 40% of S&P 500 companies have dividend yields above the 10-year US Treasury bond yield.

The appeal of dividend-paying stocks is easy to understand as they can provide investors with regular income regardless of market conditions. In addition, many dividend paying companies increase their dividends over time thereby creating a growing cash flow over time versus the fixed coupons of bonds.  It is important to note, however, that equities typically exhibit a higher volatility of returns than bonds, and the underlying company may choose to increase, decrease, and/or eliminate the dividend at any time.  Regardless, we consider dividend paying equities an important part of a well-diversified income-generating portfolio.READ MORE

October 8, 2013 In Awards & Recognition, Coldstream Happenings By Catherine Williams

About Coldstream

R.O.C.K.star Awards 2013

As part of our annual all-company retreat, an award is given to those individuals who go above and beyond the call of duty in the care of our clients, the company and our core values.  This 100% peer-nominated award is based on exemplary performance in the following areas.

R.            Responsive to the needs of our clients and the firm

O.           Ownership of their work and contribution to their team each day

C.            Client-centric with both the internal and external client

K.            Knowledge that is shared and inspires all of us to be leaders within our respective disciplines

We congratulate Bob Frazier, Paulette Andersen and Dave Lester as our 2013 R.O.C.K.stars!READ MORE

August 9, 2013 In Disability Advisory Services By Roger Reynolds

Disabled Advisory Services

Wealth in the form of an injury settlement requires a unique and comprehensive management approach.  Compassion, education, understanding family dynamics and building a team around you who will serve for years to come are hallmarks of our Disabled Advisory Services.  We have established key strategic relationships with other service providers to facilitate any projects or initiatives you require to navigate the new complexities of your life.

July 18, 2013 In Wealth Management By Roger Reynolds

Who Do You Rely On?

Recently I was completing a registration form to subscribe to an industry publication and a commonly asked question on the application struck me in a very peculiar way. It simply asked “Which best describes your primary business activity?”  I have seen this hundreds of times, yet this time it caused me to reflect differently. The first thought in my mind was the overwhelming array of service providers that are defined within our industry category (financial services) offering guidance and assistance to families of affluence, and secondly, how horrible it must be for the affluent to navigate our industry to make the right advisor decisions for their unique situation.READ MORE

July 17, 2013 In Tax Strategy By Vince Lee, CPA/PFS, CFP®

Tax Implications after DOMA

On June 26, 2013, the US Supreme Court ruled Section 3 of the Federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) was unconstitutional as it violates the equal protection clause of the Fifth Amendment of the US Constitution as applied to persons of the same sex who reside in states that recognize same-sex marriages.

This decision entitles same-sex married couples many federal tax related benefits.  These benefits will have an impact on their income tax filing status, estate and gift tax planning, employee benefits, and ability to inherit social security benefits, among others.READ MORE

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