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A Well-Rounded Estate Plan Addresses Cognitive Decline
One overlooked but essential aspect of estate planning is a strategy to manage and maintain an estate’s assets if the owner loses cognitive functioning and cannot make sound decisions.
IRS Finalizes RMD Regulations: Key Takeaways and the 10-Year Rule for Beneficiaries
What to know about the impact on investors who own Roth accounts, IRAs, and employer plans.
5 steps to help instill positive values in your kids through service
Many parents hope positive values like kindness, generosity, and empathy are instilled in their child through giving back and volunteering.
The Rebirth of American Manufacturing: Growth and Innovation
While manufacturing activity in the U.S. has largely been in structural decline since the late 1970’s, the makings of a manufacturing renaissance may be starting to emerge.
Hurricane Beryl
The city of Houston was struck early in the morning of Monday, July 8 by Hurricane Beryl.
Midyear Review: Stocks Maintain Momentum at Year’s Halfway Point
The market rally that began in the second half of 2023 carried over to the first half of 2024, even as inflation fell slightly and the Fed kept rates steady.
Money Mindfulness Meditation: change
This Money Mindfulness Meditation session focused on exploring the concept of Change, recognizing that nothing is static; everything changes every second, including our bodies, minds, age, spirit, relationships, and even our money.
Introducing Deysi Davila
Deysi joined New Capital in June for a summer internship and over the last month she has been introduced to a wide range of services including administration, communications, financial planning, and investment management.
Tax Hikes May Be Coming
With election uncertainty it's important to plan for a variety of tax scenarios. Learn what you can do now to prepare in case rates rise in the next 2 years.
Inheriting a House? Navigate Your Options and Responsibilities
Inheriting a house can be a life-changing event with emotional and financial implications. Understanding your options and obligations is critical, whether you sell it, keep it, or rent it out.
Dimensional 2024 Matrix Book
Dimensional’s annual survey of investment performance draws on historical data to look beyond short-term market fluctuations and shed light on the dimensions that explain differences in returns.
20th Anniversary Celebration
On Saturday, May 11, 2024, sixty-five client guests gathered to celebrate the 20th anniversary of New Capital Management, enjoy dinner and drinks, and listen to a talk given by New Capital President and Founder, Leonard M. Golub.
Navigating Uncertainty: A Post-College Road Map
You can thrive in a world of uncertainty and create a life that is uniquely your own.
Is U.S. Concentration In Global Equity Indices Too Extreme?
In the last 10 years, markets like Taiwan and India have kept up with the U.S., returning 12.3% and 10.1% respectively, compared to 12.0% for U.S. equities on an annualized basis.
Fidelity Charitable 2024 Giving Report
More than 322,000 Fidelity Charitable donors made 2023 our most impactful year to date, granting a record-breaking $11.8 billion to charities around the world.
Tax Treatment of Home Energy Rebates
The IRS has provided guidance on the federal income tax treatment of certain home energy rebates offered by states, with funds provided by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
What to Know About T Plus 1 Trade Settlement
As of May 28, 2024, settlement cycles on U.S. stocks and other securities has shifted from two business days to one. It may be helpful to understand the basics of this important change.
2024 Client Satisfaction Survey Results
View the results from our 2024 Client Satisfaction Survey.
2024 Q1 Market Review
Leonard reviews Q1 markets and New Capital’s portfolio performance and covers topics such as inflation, the Federal Reserve's independence, bond yields, stock market volatility, valuations, and the impact of AI on technology.
Is Inflation Reaccelerating?
It would likely take an extraordinary change in the data to bring a June cut back on the table, but the Fed’s path thereafter is still to be determined, and remains reliant on how inflation progresses from here.