Financial markets have been volatile for the better part of the last two years. In the meantime, the current U.S. economic expansion has progressed to now become the longest on record.

Nevada may be known for its casinos and high-stakes poker games, but high-net-worth families will find it no gamble to keep their money there.

Forbes Insights research shows that over half of today's high-net-worth investors generated or obtained the lion's share of their wealth either exclusively (22%) or to some degree (31%) through a family-run business. This highlights the essential art of exit planning--prepping the family and the business for its future once today's stewards hand over the reins.

Nevada has some of the most innovative trust laws and offers attractive income tax advantages for high-net-worth families and business owners.

We all want to be informed when it comes to market activity, not only because it helps us better contextualize the economy, but also because it signals something about our outward persona...

For nearly 60 years, global oil markets have been largely influenced by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). The combined oil production of the 14-member-nation group makes up about 30% of the world’s total production, with Saudi Arabia representing over a third of that production.

The market pull back in late 2018 reminded investors that things don't always go up. Still, the long-term view for investors and families remains strong and a renewed focus on fundamentals is welcome.

There are several qualities expected from the people who manage your money and perhaps a shorter list of critical components required for a successful long-term fiduciary relationship – trust, loyalty, fair pricing, and stability.