What would you do after the funeral?
No one likes to think of it. No one wants to imagine what life would be like if we were to have to go on without our spouses, best friends, and lovers?
But, lets face it, that’s the reality. Wayne Rivers from The Family Business Institute, Inc explains more. Read more...
Legal / Regulatory
Pre-nuptial agreements and the family business
Unlike death and taxes, divorce is not inevitable. But it is increasingly common. Prudent families in business, looking to the long term, will want to make plans just in case it happens. Read more...
Investments
Protecting the value of your private collection
Private collections is a term that is often used but has a wide remit, including everything from paintings and sculpture to antique furniture, wine and jewellery. In fact, in recent years these assets represent a growing contribution to the private investor collections. Read more...
Philanthropy
From the backstreets of Bangkok to a billionaire philanthropist
Billionaire businessman William Heinecke discusses his unique, entrepreneurial approach to philanthropy. Every year on his birthday on June 4th, billionaire William Heinecke closes his company of 45,000 staff for the entire day. “I ask everyone to give up their day to work for a charity, whether they are painting a school or working with their community. It is their gift to me.” Read more...
Family Businesses
Work with family and still enjoy a summer BBQ
Leading family business consultants, Family Business Solutions, look at the advantages and disadvantages of working with your family. Read more...
Real Estate
Ultra Wealthy Compete With Institutions For Commercial Real Estate
Increasingly, the world’s ultra wealthy are looking for lucrative deals in the commercial real estate market. Real estate is an old favourite amongst the super rich. But these days it’s not all about buying trophy homes. Read more...
Psychology of Wealth
8 Common Myths About The Super Rich
Contrary to popular belief, ultra wealthy individuals do not necessarily all inherit their wealth, attend Ivy League universities, own superyachts or private jets, or emerge unscathed from the impact of economic cycles. Read more...
