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Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act: A guide for business owners
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) aims to combat illegal activities by increasing transparency in corporate ownership. Read this guide to understand the law.
Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act: A guide for business owners
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) aims to combat illegal activities by increasing transparency in corporate ownership. Read this guide to understand the law.
How you can stop financially surviving and start thriving
Improving your financial picture can be overwhelming. Discover how you can stop financially surviving and start thriving.
Beyond finances: How to build an estate plan for your family
Every estate plan looks different. Review these estate planning tips to avoid potential tension during vulnerable times.
2024 economic outlook: Crosscurrents ahead
Learn how the impacts of slowing economic activity, inflation, conflict, and election uncertainty will make 2024 a challenging year for markets.
Economic and market analysis: Living with data dependency
Throughout Q3 of 2023, the economy continued to show incredible resilience, despite the aggressive tightening by the Fed this past year.
Q3 2023 economic market analysis
In our Q3 2023 economic market analysis, we discuss factors impacting the economy, recession indicators and why waiting is the hardest part.
Meeting the need for affordable housing
The affordable housing shortage is expected to continue for the foreseeable future. Here are some ways to address this concern.
Instant payments 101
Payment systems can be convenient but also confusing. Here, we answer some of the most commonly asked questions about instant payments.
Adjusting to expensive money: Strategies for business growth in today’s economic environment
Money and access to funds is more expensive in today's economic environment. Here, we share some strategies to help grow your business.
Year in review: 2023 interest rate risk trends and peer group analysis
As we wrap up 2023 year-end rate sensitivity analyses (RSAs) reporting for clients, let’s review how balance sheets and interest rate risk profiles have changed.
Market opportunity and outlook for interval and tender-offer funds
Unlisted closed-end funds (CEFs) glided into their “Golden Age” in 2023. Read our overview of unlisted closed-end funds: interval funds and tender-offer funds.
Economic development financing tools for municipalities and current challenges
Economic development is vital for the growth and sustainability of communities. Here, we share financing mechanisms and considerations.
School of Economics’ Jamie Batschke previews upcoming changes
Here, Jamie Batschke, executive director of the School of Economics (SOE), discusses what's new and what's in store for the future of SOE.
Progress comes through people: the power of networking
Sarah Sanchez reflects on her career in corporate trust and shares the top networking tips she has used in her career path.
UMB’s scholarship program creates opportunities for students to pursue higher education
Read how UMB is committed to supporting associates and their families in pursuing higher education through our scholarship program.
The power of turning personal interests into professional success
Christina Fenwick, vice president and relationship manager in the commercial real estate group at UMB, shares how she has blended her interests and professional passions.
Creating a business budget in times of uncertainty
Businesses are facing headwinds making budgeting difficult. We review the challenges and provide steps for approaching your business budget.
Planning for your home down payment
We offer three tips to help get you started on your plan for a home down payment, from understanding financing to finding ways to save.