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2023 Economic Preview

2022 was an incredibly difficult year for the economy and the markets. In fact, it was the worst year for US stock markets since 2008. Rapidly rising interest rates meant that there were few places to hide as an investor, …

Lessons Learned in 2022

While not superstitious, even-numbered years have been much less friendly to investors than their odd-numbered siblings lately. We all know what happened in 2020, even though the year ended positively. Before that, 2018 featured a 20% drawdown, right before Christmas, …

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Depreciation Tax Planning Considerations

It’s that time of year again to review your business’s annual financial outlook. Businesses have many tax planning opportunities including deferring income and accelerating deductions, reviewing tax accounting methods, taking advantage of federal and state tax credits, maximizing retirement plan

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When Your Employees Prosper…So Do You!

If you are an HR executive, business owner, or CEO “attracting and retaining qualified employees” has likely been top-of-mind in 2022.  

It has certainly been one of the dominant themes we have repeatedly heard on some level while talking …

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Multi-Generational: The Wait Family

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With a philosophy of community development, The Adirondack Trust Company was founded in 1901 in Saratoga Springs, NY. Their purpose was clear and simple: to finance ventures in Upstate New York. 

The bank …

Shopping for a Financial Advisor

It’s important to consider whether the advisor works for a company with proprietary products to sell.

One of the most popular New Year resolutions is to get your financial house in order. Understanding your finances, learning about the steps you