Passing the Capital Projects Sales Tax Act (RIDE II) on Election Day is in the Best Interests of Horry County

With November 7th quickly approaching, the future of the Capital Projects Sales Tax Act (RIDE II) remains uncertain.  Considering the negative aspects and positive ramifications of the initiative, it is clear that not only is RIDE II in the best interests of the people of Horry County, it is also a financially responsible and economically … Continue reading Passing the Capital Projects Sales Tax Act (RIDE II) on Election Day is in the Best Interests of Horry County

South Carolina Business Valuation Firm Highland Global Announces the Release of Its Latest Valuation Article “Top Ten Questions of Value”

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina & Miami, Florida, August 12, 2007—Highland Global Business Valuations, a premiere business valuation firm for the southeast United States, is pleased to announce the release of its “Top Ten Questions of Value.”  Highland Global’s most recent valuation article identifies and briefly answers the top ten valuation questions that are most often … Continue reading South Carolina Business Valuation Firm Highland Global Announces the Release of Its Latest Valuation Article “Top Ten Questions of Value”

Highland Global Business Valuations of Myrtle Beach Announces the Release of the Latest Edition of Its Value Highlights Business Appraisal Newsletter

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina & Miami, Florida, August 19, 2007—Highland Global Business Valuations, a premiere business valuation firm for attorneys, accountants, and privately held business owners in the southeast United States, is pleased to announce the release of its Value Highlights newsletter.  Highland Global’s Value Highlights quarterly newsletter provides research, articles, and commentaries on business … Continue reading Highland Global Business Valuations of Myrtle Beach Announces the Release of the Latest Edition of Its Value Highlights Business Appraisal Newsletter

Is the Horry County Council making financially responsible decisions?

The County Council’s recent debate over its annual budget highlights the significant challenges in long-term planning for Horry County. With the current budget, the Council has committed taxpayers to funding capital projects such as the jail expansion and construction of five new libraries over as many years as well as subsidies for Coast RTA. In … Continue reading Is the Horry County Council making financially responsible decisions?

Discount Statistics Of Closed-End Funds Update For The 2nd Quarter 2007

This article will update the Highland Global study, “Discount Statistics of Closed-end Funds,” (originally published in November 2005) for data relating to the second quarter of 2007.  Please see the original article for more details regarding discount statistics of closed-end funds available at http://www.HighlandGlobal.com.  Barron’s Closed-End Fund Data             Each quarter, Barron’s Online (www.barrons.com) reports … Continue reading Discount Statistics Of Closed-End Funds Update For The 2nd Quarter 2007

State of the Economy 3rd and 4th Quarters 2007

Introduction             Real gross domestic product (GDP) weakened in 2007 with an increase of 2.2% on an annual basis.  This is lower than the 2.9% increase for the full year 2006.  Economic activity showed mixed results throughout 2007.  Real GDP increased only 0.6% in the first quarter but showed marked improvement in the second quarter, … Continue reading State of the Economy 3rd and 4th Quarters 2007

Discount Statistics Of Closed-End Funds Update For The 1st Quarter 2007

This article will update the Highland Global study, “Discount Statistics of Closed-end Funds,” (originally published in November 2005) for data relating to the first quarter of 2007.  Please see the original article for more details regarding discount statistics of closed-end funds available at http://www.HighlandGlobal.com.  Barron’s Closed-End Fund Data             Each quarter, Barron’s Online (www.barrons.com) reports … Continue reading Discount Statistics Of Closed-End Funds Update For The 1st Quarter 2007

Robert M. Clinger III earns Certified Business Appraiser (CBA) Designation from the Institute of Business Appraisers

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina & Miami, Florida, April 2, 2007—Robert M. Clinger III, founder of Highland Global, a premier strategic advisory and business valuation firm in the Southeast, has successfully completed the education and review process with the Institute of Business Appraisers (IBA) to earn the designation of Certified Business Appraiser (CBA). In the announcement, … Continue reading Robert M. Clinger III earns Certified Business Appraiser (CBA) Designation from the Institute of Business Appraisers

Discount Statistics Of Closed-End Funds Update For The 4th Quarter 2006

This article will update the Highland Global study, “Discount Statistics of Closed-end Funds,” (originally published in November 2005) for data relating to the fourth quarter of 2006.  Please see the original article for more details regarding discount statistics of closed-end funds available at http://www.HighlandGlobal.com.  Barron’s Closed-End Fund Data             Each quarter, Barron’s Online (www.barrons.com) reports … Continue reading Discount Statistics Of Closed-End Funds Update For The 4th Quarter 2006

State of the Economy 4th Quarter 2006

Introduction             Real gross domestic product (GDP) showed some improvement in the fourth quarter of 2006 with an increase of 3.5% at an annual rate as compared to a 2.0% increase in the third quarter.  Real GDP increased by 2.5% in the second quarter and 5.6% during the first quarter of 2006.  Real GDP increased … Continue reading State of the Economy 4th Quarter 2006