By Paul Himmelstein Mezzanine, waterfall, WACC... If you think this sounds like terms to describe an exotic Italian vacation, then you might be missing the boat on the hottest investment sector: multifamily housing. The Federal Reserve has pushed interest rates to rock bottom lows in an effort to jumpstart the economy from the ashes of the credit …
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Van Osdol & Magruder Featured Client: The Local Pig Charcuterie in Kansas City
When the Local Pig butcher shop opened its doors in February 2012, its goal was simple: to provide Kansas City citizens with locally sourced, humanely raised, meats. But the result was a surprise to its owners, Alex Pope and Matt Kafka, as they ended up in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and on NPR as a result of their innovative …
Van Osdol & Magruder Features Hilda Fuentes, CEO of Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center, for Earning Nonprofit Professional of the Year
Hilda Fuentes was recently recognized for her exceptional philanthropic efforts as she earned Nonprofit Professional of the Year honors at the 29th Annual Philanthropy Awards luncheon, sponsored by Nonprofit Connect. Fuentes is the CEO of Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center, a prominent Van Osdol & Magruder client. She successfully spearheaded a $25.1 …
Van Osdol & Magruder Reviews Donor Restrictions in the News
By Elizabeth Patterson Nonprofits often see gift opportunities that come with strings attached, also known as donor-restricted gifts. However, what isn't always clear is just how strong those strings can be, or how long they may last! Over the past few years there has been a surge in cases where the donor (or his or her heirs) is suing to get back …
Van Osdol & Magruder Reviews History of Law Firm: Frank H. Terrell, Founder of The Biggest Little Law Firm in Kansas City
The Biggest Little Law Firm® in Kansas City has always been small, but mighty. That is how you might characterize Frank H. Terrell when he founded the firm in 1940. Frank came to Kansas City from Parsons, Kansas to practice law in the 1920s. After practicing with several other well-regarded Kansas City lawyers, Frank initiated his own practice in …
The Biggest Little Law Firm®, Van Osdol & Magruder, Features Laura J. Stevenson, PLS
Laura J. Stevenson, PLS, has been with the firm 7 years with over 30+ years of legal experience. She provides support to three partners and one of counsel, mostly in family law, litigation and probate. Laura has held numerous positions with the local and state chapters of NALS of Missouri, and is currently on the Education Committee for NALS … …