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Chart of the Day: Bond ETFs Take Off

Today’s Chart of the Day from the Financial Times shows the growth of Bond ETFs from 2007 to present.

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Chart of the Day: % of Debt Per GDP

Today’s Chart of the Day from Vanguard shows the US debt as a percentage of GDP (Gross Domestic Product), which is a measure of all the goods and..

Navigating the Application Process for Business Lines of Credit

You know your business needs money but what is the best option? Would a traditional business loan or a business line of credit be better for your..

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Chart of the Day: Payments on Houses

Today’s Chart of the Day is from the 2024 State of the Nation's Housing Report from the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University.

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Chart of the Day: Old Tech vs. New Tech

Today’s Chart of the Day from Bank of America is more of a “buyer beware” to those oversaturated in AI. It's important to understand the risks that..

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Chart of the Day: 4,642 Chess Pieces

Today’s Chart of the Day is from a Wall Street Journal article titled “Where Have All the Good Stocks Gone?” and shows the amount of investment funds..

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Key Considerations When Financing or Refinancing a Mixed Use Property

Mixed use properties are becoming increasingly popular, offering investors a versatile and strategic way to diversify their portfolios. These..

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Chart of the Day: Price Changes

Today’s Chart of the Day from Mark Perry shows the price changes for various goods and services over the last 24 years, from January 2000 to June..

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Commercial Lending

Tips for Securing a Commercial Real Estate Loan

Securing a commercial real estate loan can be a pivotal step in expanding your business, investing in property, or achieving various financial..

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Chart of the Day: 7, 11, 17 Years

Today’s Chart of the Day is based on calculations I did from discussions with a client. It is important to remember, there are only two ways to get..

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Chart of the Day: More Professional, Less Individual

Today’s Chart of the Day from S&P Global shows the overall market share owned by individuals.

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Commercial Real Estate

Understanding SBA Loans and How They Compare to Conventional Loans

When it comes to financing a small business, navigating loan options can be overwhelming. Small Business Administration (SBA) loans and conventional..

Blue and white bar graph illustrating the gains and losses of of adjusted gross income by state from 2019 to 2022. Florida is the big winner with a gain of $116 billion, while California and New York show a combined loss of $147 billion.

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Chart of the Day: California's Downward Spiral vs. Florida's Rise

Today’s Chart of the Day is from a Wall Street Journal article recommended by Doug F., a subscriber of Chart of the Day. It is called “The Blue-State..

Everything You Need to Know About Construction to Permanent Loans

Building your dream home is an exciting journey, but financing the construction can be a complex process. One financing option that simplifies this..

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Chart of the Day: Only 42% of Stocks Outperform

Today’s Chart of the Day was prepared by @CharlieBilello on X using data from a groundbreaking paper in 2022 by Hendrick Bessembinder.

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09/24/24

Chart of the Day: Bond ETFs Take Off

Today’s Chart of the Day from the Financial Times shows the growth of Bond ETFs from 2007 to present.

Chart of the Day

09/19/24

Chart of the Day: % of Debt Per GDP

Today’s Chart of the Day from Vanguard shows the US debt as a percentage of GDP (Gross Domestic Product), which is a measure of all the goods and services generated by the United States.

09/18/24

Navigating the Application Process for Business Lines of Credit

You know your business needs money but what is the best option? Would a traditional business loan or a business line of credit be better for your situation?

Chart of the Day

09/17/24

Chart of the Day: Payments on Houses

Today’s Chart of the Day is from the 2024 State of the Nation's Housing Report from the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University.

Chart of the Day

09/12/24

Chart of the Day: Old Tech vs. New Tech

Today’s Chart of the Day from Bank of America is more of a “buyer beware” to those oversaturated in AI. It's important to understand the risks that other new technology experienced.

09/10/24

Chart of the Day: 4,642 Chess Pieces

Today’s Chart of the Day is from a Wall Street Journal article titled “Where Have All the Good Stocks Gone?” and shows the amount of investment funds from 1996 to 2022.

Commercial Real Estate, Commercial Lending

09/10/24

Key Considerations When Financing or Refinancing a Mixed Use Property

Mixed use properties are becoming increasingly popular, offering investors a versatile and strategic way to diversify their portfolios. These developments combine residential, commercial, and sometimes industrial spaces within a single property, creating vibrant, multi-functional environments that cater to a range of activities and lifestyles. As urban populations grow and the demand for integrated living and working spaces increases, the appeal of mixed use properties continues to soar.

Chart of the Day

09/5/24

Chart of the Day: Price Changes

Today’s Chart of the Day from Mark Perry shows the price changes for various goods and services over the last 24 years, from January 2000 to June 2024.

Commercial Lending

09/4/24

Tips for Securing a Commercial Real Estate Loan

Securing a commercial real estate loan can be a pivotal step in expanding your business, investing in property, or achieving various financial objectives. However, the process can often be complex and overwhelming. Here are seven tips to help you navigate and secure a commercial real estate loan effectively.

Chart of the Day

09/3/24

Chart of the Day: 7, 11, 17 Years

Today’s Chart of the Day is based on calculations I did from discussions with a client. It is important to remember, there are only two ways to get your money back from an investment. The first is selling that investment to someone else and the second is receiving distributions in the form of dividends.

Chart of the Day

08/29/24

Chart of the Day: More Professional, Less Individual

Today’s Chart of the Day from S&P Global shows the overall market share owned by individuals.

Commercial Real Estate

08/28/24

Understanding SBA Loans and How They Compare to Conventional Loans

When it comes to financing a small business, navigating loan options can be overwhelming. Small Business Administration (SBA) loans and conventional loans are two of the most common choices.

Chart of the Day

08/27/24

Chart of the Day: California's Downward Spiral vs. Florida's Rise

Today’s Chart of the Day is from a Wall Street Journal article recommended by Doug F., a subscriber of Chart of the Day. It is called “The Blue-State Wealth Exodus Continues” and shows the amount of taxable personal income gained or lost from various states between 2019-2022. California and New York lost a combined $147 billion vs. a $116 billion in growth in Florida.

08/22/24

Everything You Need to Know About Construction to Permanent Loans

Building your dream home is an exciting journey, but financing the construction can be a complex process. One financing option that simplifies this process is the construction to permanent loan. This type of loan covers the cost of construction and then converts to a permanent mortgage once the building is complete. Let's dive into the details of how this loan works, its benefits, and what you need to consider before opting for one.

Chart of the Day

08/22/24