Don’t miss this in-depth tax, trust, and estate planning update. Recent trust and estate litigation cases will be examined, as well as trust and fiduciary state laws. Current UHNW tax audit practices will be addressed in addition to a discussion on how to manage the tax challenges that come along with states trying to tax beneficiaries who live in ...
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As 2017 draws to a close, Congress is in a heated race to overhaul the tax code by year-end. While many see tax reform as a boon to U.S. economic growth, fears remain on what the implications of such reform will have on family businesses, wealth owners, and family offices. In this Hot Topic webinar, two tax experts and FOX members, guided us throug...
Succession planning, development of the next generation, finding and keeping key staff members… all seem to be constant quests in the Family Office. In this session, we explored how to incorporate helpful goal setting principles in creating expectations for your staff and apply practical tips for providing effective performance feedback within your...
Family office activities are complex, and families can unintentionally put themselves at risk if they don’t proactively identify and address the potential impact of external factors. One solution: conduct a full diagnostic risk assessment and review of your internal controls to ensure that potential problems have been identified and proper mitigati...
1031 Exchange, commonly known as like-kind exchange, can be a smart tax strategy for business owners who also own or invest in real estate. Understanding seven basic fundamentals of a 1031 exchange will make you more informed to know if a 1031 strategy will fit into your overall tax and real estate plans. Watch the short video and learn the fundame...
In this election year competing visions of tax reform is center stage front page news. Mark Blumenthal, partner and chairman of the Family Office Service Group at Blackman Kallick Plante Moran discussed at this 2012 Financial Executives Forum session why this year may be a once-in-a-lifetime tax planning opportunity for both businesses and wealthy ...
There’s no doubt that leveraging new technologies and cloud-based solutions offers family offices opportunities to innovate, lower spending, and align their overall technology strategy to current and future-state needs. But the selection and implementation process can be a challenge. Having a structured approach around it will be critical in ...
Professional services firms are under immense pressure to innovate, accelerate digital transformation, and meet stakeholder demands. From transparent ESG reporting to investments in new technologies and cybersecurity, this playbook will help you ready your organization in an evolving industry and prepare for the future.
A best-in-class family office tax function goes beyond preparing timely tax returns to drive tax strategy and reduce the overall income, gift, and estate tax burden across generations. Given the role taxes have on most families, it’s imperative for the family office to ensure it has the proper infrastructure and resources to understand, plan,...
This guidebook takes a critical look at significant challenges and opportunities in family office operations and offers comprehensive guidance with a future-focused lens. Gain expert insight, strategies, and best practices on the top-of-mind issues that include strengthening your cybersecurity, leveraging your technology, the role of the chief inve...
As families grow their investment function, the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) must provide insight and flexibility to serve varied and changing investment platforms. While much of the CIO’s role is focused on investments and the investment decision-making process, many CIO responsibilities aren’t investment-centric and will impact the long-term su...
The Family Office 5.0 model is changing how advisors deliver services. Strategic partnerships can help family office service providers better focus on delivering core value-added offerings. A roadmap toward that goal will help you meet the evolving needs of family offices and provide best-in-class services.
As new and established tax provisions shape the current tax environment, it’s clear that understanding the landscape of tax law changes and expiring tax credits is key as a high-income taxpayer or business owner preparing for year-end. With this year-end tax guide, you’ll find useful insights, data, and instructive planning information on income an...
The passing of a family member is always stressful and challenging. The family office plays a critical role in helping the family through the process, often coordinating everything from the smallest funeral details to the preparation of the IRS Form 706. During this webinar, Mandy Chardoul and Jessica Wiltjer will discuss the benefits of pre-planni...
FOX’s annual estate planning webcast will lead participants through a thoughtful discussion of some of the most important topics and developments that were addressed at the 57th Annual Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning. Key legislative, regulatory, and case law updates impacting ultra-high net worth families and their family offices will be c...