Buttonwood Investment Policy Committee Update – June 2019
Tariffs, essentially a tax, should slow the economy and increase inflation. However, the consumer, representing about 70% of the GDP of the US, remains optimistic and continues to spend on [...]
Buttonwood Agreement Day 2019
As early as the mid 1700’s, our nation’s financial traders could be found in action on the streets of lower Manhattan. It was during these years brokers, merchants and auctioneers [...]
Buttonwood Investment Policy Committee Update – May 2019
The markets continue to experience increased volatility as the debate between ongoing growth and an economic slowdown continue. Friday came and went without a US trade deal with China. Most [...]
“Kansas City” Art Exhibit First Friday
It's looking like this Friday will be a beautiful First Friday! Why not celebrate by stopping into Buttonwood Art Space to explore our latest exhibition, "Kansas City"?! Our gallery is [...]
Interpreting Your Next Generation’s College Financial Aid Letter
Many questions arise as parents send their next generation off to college. Some of the biggest questions are related to financial aid and fully understanding what your letter says. Wording [...]
Buttonwood Investment Policy Committee Update – April 2019
It’s often said the stock market has a way of “climbing the wall of worry,” and as we enter the second quarter of 2019 this phrase is timely. After a [...]