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4 Charts that Could Define 2021 and Perhaps the 2020s
February 2, 2021
4 Charts that Could Define 2021 and Perhaps the 2020s
With markets back again at record highs, the question is where do we go from here. These four charts are key to what we think will be driving markets in the coming year, as di
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Q1 2021 Economic Outlook: Time for Patience and Vigilance
January 19, 2021
Q1 2021 Economic Outlook: Time for Patience and Vigilance
We begin 2021 in a very different state relative to a year ago. As U.S. President-elect, Joe Biden has telegraphed policies and priorities that are dramatically different from
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It’s More than OK to Talk About Money
January 1, 2021
It’s More than OK to Talk About Money
Often, one of the most avoided topics within families with significant wealth is talking to kids or grandkids about family money. Even when the opportunity presents itself ami
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Laird Norton Co. Joins Washington Employers for Racial Equity
December 7, 2020
Laird Norton Co. Joins Washington Employers for Racial Equity
Since 1967, when Laird Norton Wealth Management was launched, the values of the Laird Norton Company (our parent company) and the Laird Norton family have informed our approac
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Laird Norton Wealth Management Merges with Filament LLC
December 2, 2020
Laird Norton Wealth Management Merges with Filament LLC
A new era is starting at Laird Norton Wealth Management: This Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020, we officially merged with Filament LLC, a wealth advisory firm that fully shares our commi
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Cash to Charities in 2020 = Up to 100% Tax Deduction
November 23, 2020
Cash to Charities in 2020 = Up to 100% Tax Deduction
In 2020, because of the great needs caused by Covid-19 and also because of a 2020-only tax break, the best holiday gift to charities might be cash. Here are some key things to
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The Strategic Significance of the New Asian Trade Alliance
November 18, 2020
The Strategic Significance of the New Asian Trade Alliance
One of key things we discussed this past Monday at our investment briefing was the historic Asian trade deal that was signed this past weekend, because of the long-term econom
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The State of Real Estate
October 28, 2020
The State of Real Estate
It has been a surprising year for real estate, with some sectors holding up phenomenally well while others struggle, as Covid-19 winds its way through our economy. The chart b
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These Three Sectors Could Be Hit Hardest by Change in US Corporate Taxes
October 21, 2020
These Three Sectors Could Be Hit Hardest by Change in US Corporate Taxes
If a Democratic “blue sweep” were to happen in the upcoming November elections, with the White House and Senate both under Democratic control, we could see new tax policy
