Hello from Omaha,
School’s out, routines are shifting, and we hope you’re finding a chance to unwind, recharge, or enjoy some well-earned vacation time. As always, we’ve pulled together a few articles we think you’ll enjoy—covering everything from summer reading picks and the rising cost of used cars to the surprising economics of mocktails and a clever fix for slow golf rounds.
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Thank you, as always, for the trust you place in our firm.
Matt Lessman
 | Here’s the 2025 Summer Reading List for Wealthy People, According to JPMorganJPMorgan released its annual summer reading list, geared to high-net-worth people who are curious about technology, art, and finding true happiness.
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 | The Hack That Solved Slow Play at One of America’s Top Golf CoursesGolf officials have spent years trying to get recreational golfers to speed up their pace of play. What if the solution boils down to a simple question: How far can you hit a 7-iron?
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 | Does College Still Have a Purpose in the Age of ChatGPT?Welcome to academia in the age of artificial intelligence. Though AI may prove to be a powerful pedagogical tool, is it acceptable to let students outsource their homework?
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 | How Much Will Southwest Airlines Profit Off Charging For Bags? The Answer Is Wild.Southwest Airlines is ending some of its long-standing policies in order to capture ancillary revenue. How much will they make from charging for bags?
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 | Get ready to pay even more for a used car this yearCox Automotive says used vehicle supply hit the lowest level “since 2021 for this time of year.” Prices are appreciating as inventory shrinks from the start of the year. Dealers cited heightened uncertainty amid White House tariffs.
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| An Ode to the Penny, Departing After 233 Years of ServiceAfter more than 200 years, we bid farewell to our small-denominated currency that grew to become a symbol of thriftiness and luck.
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| Mocktails Cost $15 and Nobody Knows WhyMore people are skipping booze and choosing nonalcoholic cocktails instead. But why do alcohol-free drinks often cost as much as the real ones—even though they’re just made with juices, sodas, and fancy syrups?
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