Co-working can be an attractive option for small and growing companies. For instance, a co-working lease/agreement can provide flexibility in terms of space constraints and may provide abundant amenities, such as ping pong tables, a gym and a decked-out kitchen with kombucha on tap. However, a businesses owner must weigh the positives as well as…
Much hype regarding Crowdfunding has hit the internet recently, given new rules (effective May 16, 2016) adopted as part of Title III of the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act, also known as Regulation Crowdfunding. The purpose of this article is to provide some information on Crowdfunding in the US and what the new regulations…
The market remains focused on when the Fed will continue raising interest rates, a campaign it started in December 2015. However, economic data may be causing the Fed to re-think its rate trajectory. One data series I’ve been keeping an eye on is the interest rate on the 30-year mortgage. Since the Fed increased rates…
In late 2008, the Federal Reserve took the unprecedented step of lowering interest rates to near zero. But when will this near-zero environment end? Your guess is as good as mine, but one thought is certain: rates remain at historically low levels. Some are calling for the Fed to raise interest rates this year, but…