Fall 2013 Issue of Horizons

WELCOME FROM THE MANAGING PARTNER

Positive Signs for Economic Recovery

While there are mixed reports out there about economic recovery, most experts agree that the overall trend should be for continued growth during the last quarter of this year and, in fact, accelerate in 2014. The housing market is stronger, consumer confidence is at its highest level since 2008, and unemployment is down. It’s welcome news for all of us who have worked so hard for our families and businesses during this long recession. Every quarter, RubinBrown sends out its Quarterly Economic Benchmark Survey to all of our clients and contacts. We ask participants to share with us how their organizations have performed over the ending quarter, as well as provide their outlook for the upcoming quarter. For the second quarter of 2013, 59% of respondents indicated that their organization’s performance had either slightly or significantly improved. This compares to only 40% of respondents indicating likewise for the first quarter of 2013.

John F. Herber Jr., CPA Managing Partner

With regard to the outlook for the remainder of 2013, 90% felt that the economy would either stay the same or improve.

Here at RubinBrown, we’re grateful for how well we’ve fared through the economic recession. We attribute our sustained growth to our steadfast dedication to “totally satisfied clients.” We’ve never wavered from this commitment and we’re honored to have continued to serve you over these difficult years.

I look forward to a very bright future.

I would welcome your feedback on ways we can continue to deliver “totally satisfied clients.” Please email me directly at john.herber@rubinbrown.com.

Pleasant reading,

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