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Most families we work with don’t need more accounts; they need the right ones, used in the right way. You may have noticed recent headlines about Trump Accounts, a new federal savings program launching on July 5, 2026, designed to help children build long‑term financial security. Whenever something new like this appears, clients naturally wonder […]
Most families we work with don’t need more accounts; they need the right ones, used in the right way. You may have noticed recent headlines about Trump Accounts, a new federal savings program launching on July 5, 2026, designed to help children build long‑term financial security. Whenever something new like this appears, clients naturally wonder […]
Imagine being tasked with investing the wealth of a family whose future generations depended on it, or a foundation with a critical social mission. Where would you start? You might start with the principle of diversification to reduce portfolio risk. You might also favor high-quality businesses—specifically those that will remain important to the economy and […]
PBS News Hour quotes Linda Davis Taylor, Clifford Swan’s Chairman and CEO, in an article on setting New Year’s resolutions for personal finances. While broad resolutions are often set at the beginning of the year, Linda and the other financial experts PBS interviewed offer insights regarding focused goals one might adopt for 2019. Specifically, Linda encourages […]
At Clifford Swan, wealth management has always been about more than your portfolio. Please do not misunderstand. Researching companies and carefully selecting investments tailored to meet our clients’ needs is in our DNA. However, we know that to be truly skilled investment counselors, our relationships with our clients must be broader than the portfolios themselves. […]
Clifford Swan Investment Counselors is proud to have supported the 11th annual Pasadena Festival of Women Authors as a Community Sponsor. The Festival was held this past Saturday, April 6, at the Pasadena Hilton Hotel. Clifford Swan’s Chairman and CEO, Linda Davis Taylor, Investment Counselor Erica White, and Chief Compliance Officer Gretchen Lee attended with […]
On this International Women’s Day, Clifford Swan’s CEO Linda Davis Taylor contributed to this article by U.S. News offering inspirational quotes to motivate women investors. 11 Inspirational Quotes for Women Investors
A financial toolkit for young adults who want to embrace the power of money and grow their impact. We are living in a time when young people have more access than ever before to the knowledge and skills to become impactful leaders—in their communities, professions and families. While those now commonly referred to as “millennials” […]
In 1965, a company in the S&P 500 Index had an average life of 33 years. Incredibly, that number is now down to 18 years and falling.What’s driving the change? Technology has a lot to do with it as entire industries have been reshaped, from the way we shop for clothes to how we power […]
In a recent interview, Clifford Swan’s CEO Linda Davis Taylor shared her thoughts on the importance of ensuring that women of all ages and backgrounds have the financial competence and confidence to influence their communities. Philanthropy Women
In a recent episode, Clifford Swan’s CEO Linda Davis Taylor was featured on Farnoosh Torabi’s So Money podcast for a conversation about women’s financial competence and confidence. So Money – Episode 838
After over two decades at Clifford Swan, Carolyn Barber retired on December 31, 2018. Carolyn joined the firm in 1996 and served as an investment counselor and Chief Compliance Officer. We wish Carolyn a wonderful and fulfilling retirement with her husband Dan. We are very pleased to announce that Gretchen Lee has been named Chief […]
In alignment with Clifford Swan’s mission to impart “wisdom for generations,” equity analyst, investment counselor and CFA charterholder Anil Kapoor volunteered as a co-chair for the local Research Challenge, which was hosted by the CFA Society of Los Angeles on December 14, 2018. The CFA Institute Research Challenge is an annual competition that provides university students […]
What piece of advice would you offer to someone learning how to manage their money? In her recent article for SELF Magazine, Linda Davis Taylor, Clifford Swan’s Chairman and CEO, walks readers through a simple strategy to create and maintain a budget. How to Make a Budget You Can Stick to With the Easy 50/30/20 Rule
A little planning goes a long way for the causes you care about. Published by SELF Magazine on November 26, 2018. “Every dollar makes a difference.” We’ve all heard it before, but most of us don’t even know where to begin giving that dollar. Stepping into one’s philanthropic power takes time and planning in order to strategically use […]
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