Alt Blend is where we combine less-conventional investments with forward-thinking perspectives on the world beyond stocks and bonds. Welcoming investors of any experience level, we’ll create a concoction of all-things Alts, including fundamentals of alternative investments, the role they play in the ever-changing environments we encounter, and a wide range of topics you aren’t likely to hear about in regular market news. Whether you’re a newcomer to Alts or a veteran private-market investor, there is sure to be something in store for you at the Blend.  

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Summer Jam: Same Old Dog, New Tricks

The big idea and why it matters: There are ongoing improvements to help make processes of our daily lives (today’s examples include whiskey investing, real ...
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Growth Mindset – Part 2

Today, we’ll look at some common diversification pitfalls and round out this conversation with a touch of Alts
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Growth Mindset – Part 1

When it comes to investing, it’s easy to confuse an approach for a sound process. Focus on process, rather than outcomes, is a key driver ...
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Let’s Be Real

Investing in real estate is far from a sure thing. Like other businesses, the less one knows about it, the more it appears to be ...
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Tipping the Scale – Crypto Updates, Part 3

There are a variety of return measurements to help assess investment managers, advisors, portfolios, and – of course – Alts.
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Tipping the Scale – Crypto Updates, Part 2 (and RIP Dickey Betts)

We’ll explore some ongoing changes in Bitcoin, contemplate the value of awe, and say farewell to legendary musician, Dickey Betts. 
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Tipping the Scale – Crypto Updates, Part 1

The big idea and why it matters: Crypto and blockchain have substantially evolved since we published an intro series in 2022. Solutions like Bitcoin’s Lightning ...
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Behind the Façade

There are a variety of return measurements to help assess investment managers, advisors, portfolios, and – of course – Alts.
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About the Author

Steven Tresnan, CAIA®, CFP®

Private Wealth Advisor

Steve is a Certified Financial Planner as well as a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst®. He is also an Accredited Investment Fiduciary, which helps him offer guidance to clients with fiduciary responsibilities, such as board members of trusts, foundations, and endowments. Steve earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from Penn State University.

Steve serves on the board and finance committee of New Music USA – a national nonprofit devoted to the development and appreciation of new music in the U.S.

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