Sudden wealth can change your life for the better, but only if you’re prepared. See our advice for hiring a team of experts, avoiding common pitfalls, and more.

We cannot say it enough - trusts are at the core of what we do. We often are asked about trustee selection. We hope our beliefs and recommendations help make your decision easier.

The word “debt” often carries negative associations. Leverage (debt), combined with greed, brought the global economy to its knees in 2008, destroying value and causing great hardship for so many people around the world. However, debt is not always bad.

Our new website is the hub for everything Howland Capital online. Our new layout and navigation will guide you to exactly what information you are looking for.

We are pleased to announce that Pamela Halter, J.D., LL.M has joined the firm as Chief Fiduciary Officer. Pam will oversee the administration of the firm’s trusts and estates, as well as assists clients with estate and tax planning matters. 

Happy Pride Month from Howland Capital!

With the rise in short-term interest rates, it has been a difficult first half of the year in the bond market. Bond prices have adjusted lower based on the increase in market interest rates and expectations for future increases.

Global equity market performance was disappointing in the second quarter, to put it mildly. U.S. equities, as measured by the S&P 500 Index, decreased 16% in the quarter, including dividends.

If you have ever been a passenger on a plane in turbulent weather (as most have), you have likely experienced the discomfort caused by the bumpy ride.