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Latest Research Looks Inside The Modern Family Office
The Bank of America Family Office Study: Perspectives on the Modern Family Office reveals that the next decade will be a defining era for the world’s wealthiest families.
Nov 13, 2025


Giving Back: Family Business Contributions To The Community
One of the many things to set family-owned businesses apart from other commercial enterprises is the question of legacy. However, in a...
Nov 8, 2024


One Day Everyone Will Exit
The exit of your family office team is inevitable. The time to take action is now and preparing now will help ensure a transition that...
Nov 5, 2024


Time To Take Your Pension Lump Sum?
Martin Lindsey, Head of Advice at FBU Partner Brooks Macdonald , provides his thoughts for people considering withdrawing their pension tax-free cash as a lump sum ahead of any potential changes in the forthcoming budget. With the UK government’s budget on 30 October approaching fast, many people are considering withdrawing their pension tax-free cash as a lump sum to get ahead of potential changes. Some might even be thinking about gifting this money to loved ones. However,
Oct 18, 2024


The Heart Of Legacy: Philanthropy & Community Engagement In Family Firms
Family businesses around the world are often seen as cornerstones of their communities, contributing not just to the economy but to social and cultural enrichment as well. One key aspect of this contribution is their engagement in philanthropy and community initiatives. For many family-owned enterprises, giving back is not just an ancillary activity but a core component of their identity A Legacy Of Giving Family businesses frequently see themselves as stewards of a legacy th
Sep 5, 2024


Managing Disengaged Family Members In Family Offices
Family offices are unique entities that blend the complexities of family dynamics with the strategic demands of wealth management. They...
Aug 18, 2024


Teaching Children About Financial And Wealth Literacy
Financial literacy is a critical life skill that lays the foundation for sound financial decision-making and economic well-being. As the...
Aug 5, 2024


Insights Into Setting Up And Developing A Family Office
In 2001, Bilal Zein, Chief Operating Officer at Quanon Capital Ltd, set up a Single Family Office, discreetly serving a family of wealth,...
Jul 10, 2024


The Rise Of Family Offices In Supporting Entrepreneurial Families
In recent years, the concept of family offices has seen exponential growth, offering a unique approach to managing the affairs of wealthy...
Jun 7, 2024


The Importance Of Understanding Financial Information
What do you need to know before deciding whether to join the family business? We know that family businesses are great at taking a...
Mar 13, 2024


Tax Policies Stifling Business Growth & Innovation
UK tax policies are restricting business growth and innovation, according to new research by UK top ten accountancy and advisory firm...
Feb 22, 2024


Manage Your Wealth Like Your Business
If you’re involved in a family-run business, you’ll know first-hand that people who run their own businesses often become embedded in the...
Nov 21, 2023


Get The Next Generation Ready For Inter-Generational Wealth Transfer
There’s a huge intergenerational wealth transfer brewing, as baby boomers start to think about passing on their assets. Private Client...
Sep 4, 2023


Raising Children Ready For Wealth Transition
Transferring wealth to the next generation is a complex process that transcends numbers and legalities. It’s a delicate balance of...
Sep 1, 2023


Why You Need A Will If You’re Running A Family Business
In many ways, family businesses sit at the heart of commerce in our country. From small scale business-to-consumer outfits to larger business-to-business models, family businesses deliver vital products and services that make the UK one of the richest and most diverse markets in the world. By their very nature, family businesses are often personable, customer focussed, and values-driven. A business that’s kept within a family over generations becomes known in their local comm
Jul 9, 2023


Significant Tax Consequences On Family Business Transfers By Location
The latest report from KPMG Private Enterprise reveals that the tax consequences on family business transfers can vary in the millions...
Feb 21, 2023


New Report Looks At Redefining Wealth In Family Businesses
KPMG Private Enterprise have launched a new report that considers the diversification of the family businesses financial, human and...
Jan 25, 2023


Financial Wellbeing Takes Time & Energy
Managing your finances takes time and energy, something we mostly learn as a life skill as we progress through our careers....
Jul 9, 2022


Inheritance Tax Quarterly Receipts Reach £1.8 Billion
The latest figures from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) show that inheritance tax receipts received by HMRC increased by £300 million to...
Jun 23, 2022


How Family Offices Can Offer The Edge In Family Business Governance
How do family businesses stay intact for the next generation? The statistics are daunting: some 70% of family-owned businesses fail or...
Jul 5, 2021

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