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Legalist Expands Into Government Contractor Lending

Legalist, a San Francisco firm known for financing lawsuits, is moving deeper…

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By Emily Lauderdale February 3, 2026

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Markets Assess Trump Fed Pick Impact

Investors turned their focus to President Donald Trump’s choice for the Federal…

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By Emily Lauderdale February 3, 2026

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Annual Conference Puts Deals First

The message was clear from the start: this gathering is about outcomes,…

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By Emily Lauderdale February 3, 2026

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Wealth Managers Reassess REIT Opportunities

After a year of lagging returns, real estate investment trusts are getting…

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By Megan Foisch February 3, 2026

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For Startups, Software Is The Easy Part

In a terse but telling remark, a startup founder summed up a…

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By Emily Lauderdale February 3, 2026

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Survey Signals Rebound in 2026 Deals

Private equity leaders and corporate executives are growing more confident about mergers…

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By Megan Foisch February 3, 2026

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AICPA Outlines Tax Advocacy Priorities

The American Institute of CPAs is sharpening its tax advocacy agenda as…

By Hannah Bietz February 3, 2026

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Joy Taylor Clarifies Social Security Taxes

With tax season in full swing, Joy Taylor took on six reader…

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By Emily Lauderdale February 3, 2026

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Investors Double Down On Industrial Real Estate

Industrial properties are back in focus as two senior investors reaffirm their…

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By Emily Lauderdale February 2, 2026