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Many wealthy families desire a seamless transition of their wealth and a perpetuation of their values for multiple generations, but many struggle with how to accomplish these goals effectively. Successful families typically take intentional steps to create family meetings that foster communication, education and engagement, in order to promote coll...

From start-up founders, to self-employed individuals, making real financial progress towards your goal is a universal priority for business owners. Watch this educational webinar to receive tips, tricks, and on-trend advice to learn how to proactively navigate through different business cycles. Through the decoding process, you also learn what to c...

In this educational webinar for business owners, business banking and social media experts will take you through marketing and social media best practices to help you pivot your brand positioning and capture your audience during COVID-19. Plus, gain access to a creative marketing workbook, and listen in on the top questions during the extended ques...

While no tax legislation has been drafted under the Biden administration, one thing we know for sure is that taxes will go up. Being aware of the proposals being discussed can help you prepare for what comes next, including what you should be considering for both income tax and estate tax planning this year.

2022 has been an eventful year with spiking inflation, rising interest rates, geopolitical uncertainty, and unnerving market volatility. Yet amidst these uncontrollable events and uncertainty going into 2023, there are still some valuable tax planning considerations and opportunities within your control.

Sustainable practices and responsible governance are the future of capitalism. With nearly 7 in 10 millennials and 52% of U.S. adults considering company values when making a purchase, B Corporations are making an impact. Some of today’s most well-recognized brands—including Patagonia—are at the forefront of that movement. Learn h...

With an array of charitable giving options, it's important to understand how each gift could affect your annual deductions. Here's a quick guide to tax deductions, out-of-pocket deductions, and required substantiation. For the individuals and families looking to go beyond the standard donation, there are a few alternate options wi...

Many parents enjoy witnessing the positive effect a significant gift can have on their children's lives. For example, asset transfer can help children buy a home, raise a family, or start a business. With meaningful benefits to transferring assets during a lifetime from a gift and estate tax perspective, intergenerational planning can be a win-...

Without proper planning, digital assets could be lost. For executors, a challenge is often just determining whether digital assets are in the decedent's estate, and then determining the powers and terms for accessing and administering them on the beneficiaries' behalf. An inventory checklist of the broad-based digital footprint is provided ...

A meaningful wealth planning strategy embodies your vision, hopes, and personality, all to ensure you are financially well situated over your lifetime. By developing a solid blueprint, you can provide yourself and your loved ones with a secure future. First, begin with making sure your foundation is strong, then ask yourself what you are tryin...

Today’s environment is perfect for high net worth individuals and families to maximize flexibility, minimize taxation, and execute their desired plan. But given the current economic and political climate, the outsized benefits available today may not be available tomorrow. That is why it is critical to execute your plan now.

The proposed Build Back America Act, a $1.85 trillion social-policy and climate framework, is working its way through Congress. While the notable prior proposals were absent, the current legislation proposes a new income tax surcharge that will be added on top of the ordinary and capital gains tax rates. The surcharge—which can bring the tota...

With possible tax law changes on the horizon, it can feel daunting to make any moves before knowing the outcome. But year-end is still a good time to get your financial house in order and fine-tune your long-term strategy to take advantage of tax savings opportunities.

When an irrevocable trust meets all of its goals, it is reflective of following the three essential checklists that focus on the people, the establishment of the trust, and the running of the trust. The ultimate payoff of a well-run irrevocable trust is that it helps you share your wealth with the people and organizations that are most important to...

When it comes to the sale of transfer of your business, preparation for it will be key in ensuring that it’s a successful transition. Six best practices toward that end will help guide you through the journey. Further, it helps lay the groundwork for estate planning.