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Alternative investments have been on the rise the past few years and the trend is expected to continue.* Institutional investors have used them for years and retail investors have taken notice. These asset classes are appealing because they may perform with low correlation to the stock and bond markets. An alternative investment strategy may be […]
In the financial services world where there are mountains of products, advice and ideas, the right wholesaler can become your Sherpa, guiding you and your practice to the top. But, like climbing the world’s highest peaks, there are no guarantees of success and, like Sherpas, some wholesalers are better than others at maneuvering the long […]
http://www.cfothoughtleader.com/cfopodcasts/471-william-acheson-cfo-gwg-holdings/ GWGH CFO Bill Acheson appeared on the CFO Thought Leader podcast conducted by journalist Jack Sweeney. Bill discussed his career that included time with Merrill Lynch and GMAC-RESCAP. “As I got older and my career progressed, I found myself perfectly suited for the CFO job because I had gained that breadth of experience,” Bill […]
On Jan. 4, 2019, one number contributed to a strong open for equity markets: the Employment Situation report, otherwise known as the unemployment report or “non-farm” payroll report for the market insiders out there, was released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) as it is on the first Friday of each month. The report […]
Building a network of professionals as a way to acquire new clients means more than handing out cards to estate attorneys, accountants and financial planners. Those who are most successful at employing this strategy in their practices do more than network at cocktail parties; they create a trusted circle of resources who share ideas to […]
In the eleven years our company has been in the life insurance secondary market, we’ve seen enormous change in how insurance is bought and sold. A range of factors have altered the market dynamic for producers: Internet competition, evasive millennials, aging baby boomers, a lack of preparedness for long term care, and a pervasive lack […]
Transaction and Partnership Highlights The transaction brings together GWG Holdings (GWGH), a leading innovator in the life insurance industry, and The Beneficient Company Group, L.P. (BEN), designed to be one of the most innovative service and liquidity providers in the rapidly expanding alternative asset industry The strategic partnership to provide GWGH with a significant increase […]
GWG Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:GWGH), the parent company of GWG Life, a financial services company committed to transforming the life insurance industry through disruptive and innovative products and services, announced that it will release third quarter 2017 financial results on Thursday, November 9, 2017, before the U.S. market opens. The Company will host a webcast/conference call […]
Basking in the warm weather and catching up with old friends can be great perks of attending a conference. But if you’ve ever come home wondering if it was really worth your investment, it’s time to take a new approach. Follow these 5 steps and make the most out of every conference to help grow […]
By Mark Petersen It’s no surprise wholesalers are important resources for your firm. And their role in your success can extend far beyond their ability to serve as effective product vendors. During my career, I’ve learned wholesalers can be one of your most vital sources of information, guidance, and professional support. The key is identifying […]