If you are charitably inclined and you’re looking for a way to donate this year, you may want to consider a qualified charitable distribution. FineMark Trust Administrator, Grace Gutierrez explains how it’s a way to give and get a tax benefit in return. What is a qualified charitable distribution? A qualified charitable distribution (QCD) is …
2021 Second Quarter Review & Commentary
“We know, there are known knowns; there are things we know we know. We also know there are known unknowns; that is to say we know there are some things we do not know. But there are also unknown unknowns- the ones we don’t know we don’t know.” -Donald Rumsfeld (1932-2021), Secretary of Defense under …
What about that IRA?
As we transition into the second half of the year, now is a good time to reflect on and review the wealth plan you have currently in place. When it comes to retirement planning, the SECURE Act that was passed in December 2019 established some wide-ranging changes to the treatment and handling of retirement accounts. …
2021 Q2 Shareholder’s Letter
DEAR VALUED SHAREHOLDERS: On behalf of FineMark Holdings, Inc.—the Board of Directors, the executive management team, and all our dedicated associates—I am pleased to report on the company’s performance for the second quarter of 2021. FineMark Holdings, Inc. (the “Holding Company”) (OTCQX: FNBT), the parent company of FineMark National Bank & Trust (the “Bank”) (collectively, …
FineMark Insights: The Value of Portfolio Rebalancing
When it comes to your investments, working with your advisor to create the strategy that is right for you is critical. But one of the best ways to achieve long term success, is a step many people miss. Chief Investment Officer Chris Battifarano explains the value of rebalancing your portfolio. Click here to watch the …
2020 Annual Report
Review our 2020 Annual Report and letter from our Chairman and CEO, Joseph R. Catti. During a very difficult year with COVID-19, our people once again went above and beyond. As a result, FineMark experienced a record year. For optimal viewing, please click on the full screen button below the flipbook.
FineMark Insights: Inflation
June 16, 2021—Listen to FineMark’s CIO, Christopher Battifarano as he discusses FineMark’s view on inflation in a post Covid world and what it means to your portfolio. Click here to watch the full video. Have questions? Please click here to contact us. Follow us on social media! Click to follow us on Facebook, Linkedin, YouTube, …
FineMark Insights: Finding Opportunity in Opportunity Zones
June 09, 2021—It’s been more than three years since Opportunity Zones was first introduced as a program to enhance underserved communities while offering generous tax breaks to wealthy investors. FineMark’s Chris Highmark talks about the program and potential opportunities that still exist. Have questions? Please click here to contact us. Follow us on social media! …
FineMark Insights: Bitcoin
June 02, 2021—One of the hottest investment trends right now is Bitcoin. But with all of the hype around this cryptocurrency, there is a lot volatility. Andrew Potter talks about the risks and shares FineMark’s position on Bitcoin. Have questions? Please click here to contact us. Follow us on social media! Click to follow us …
FineMark Insights: Gold, a Timeless Store of Value
May 26, 2021—FineMark’s Chief Investment Officer Chris Battifarano weighs in on the link between gold and the U.S. dollar and why the current rate environment could make it a good time to include gold in your portfolio. Click here to watch the full video. Have questions? Please click here to contact us. Follow us on …
