If you’re feeling pulled around by headlines, Odds On was written for moments like this. It’s a reminder that better decisions come from a clear process, not a hot take.

Start with the Intro to Odds On. We’re sharing it as a short PDF, linked below, so you can get a quick taste of the book, or re-read it as a reset when you need one.

Our suggestion: Read the first sentence. Then read it again slowly. Think about it for a minute. Read it one more time. Then dig in. See where the journey takes you. Many others have found the read transformational. Please share your experience!

Read the Odds On Intro 

If you’d like a full copy, we’re happy to send one to you or to someone in your life you’d like to share it with. Physical book, Kindle, or audio. Your choice.

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If you want to talk more about how to put the philosophy into action, email Buddy directly at buddy@hillinvestmentgroup.com. We’ll help you apply these ideas to your situation and map a clear next step.

We are pleased to formally introduce Sarah Larsen, our Executive Operations Lead at HIG.

Many of you may have already interacted with Sarah. Over the past year, she has supported our team in a part time capacity and has recently joined us full time as the operational and organizational backbone of the firm.

Sarah’s work spans executive support, people operations, finance, and firm administration. Her role is designed to help our leadership and advisory team stay focused on what matters most: serving you well, thoughtfully, and consistently.

As part of our recent expansion of service hours, you may hear Sarah’s voice if you call later in the day. Her presence helps ensure that when you reach out to Hill, there is a steady, capable person on the other end who knows our team and how we work.

Sarah brings more than eight years of experience running her own administrative support business, following an earlier chapter in advertising. While she enjoyed building and leading her own firm, she was drawn to HIG’s culture, values, and people. When I approached her about stepping into a full time role, it felt like a natural fit and the right place for her to do her best work.

Known for her curiosity and can-do mindset, Sarah is a lifelong learner who is not afraid to jump in, figure things out, and move important work forward. Her focus on building strong support systems helps our leadership and advisory teams operate at their best so we can continue delivering thoughtful guidance and strong long-term outcomes for the families we serve.

Based in Seattle, Sarah lives with her husband Patrick, their two children Luke and Piper, and their dog Rosie, a Cavapoo. A California native, she has fully embraced life in the Pacific Northwest, rain included.

We are grateful to have her on the team and excited for the ways her work strengthens the Hill experience for our clients.

Clients and those that know us well expect clarity and transparency in all that we do, especially when it comes to fees. In fact, HIG goes overboard to fully communicate all fees and expenses because every last basis point matters.

In contrast, most of Wall Street uses every means possible…including regulations…to disclose as little as possible, especially when it comes to fees.

Jason Zweig of the Wall Street Journal makes a crystal clear statement in a recent article:

“The first question on most investors’ minds is usually: How much can I make on this? Instead, their first question should always be: How much will this cost me?”

We wholeheartedly concur.
Be on the lookout for and learn about the latest pending legislation that would hide fees from investors here.

If you’re interested in more clarity and transparency in your life, set up a time to talk here.