The nuances between capital costs vs operating costs are essential to understand for Canadian cottage owners. Effective financial management of these properties not only impacts immediate tax obligations but also affects long-term planning, particularly when considering the sale or generational transfer of the cottage. This post will explore the distinction between capital costs vs operating costs. And, underscores the importance...
Family offices, entities that manage the wealth and investments of affluent families, occupy a unique position in the financial world. Their role transcends wealth management, evolving into a bridge that connects successive generations. Ensuring the smooth transition and preservation of wealth over time. But, the complexity of managing varied assets necessitates family office software systems that are equally sophisticated and...
What is a family office? A family office is a private wealth management advisory firm that exclusively serves wealthy investors. Some groups in Canada have attempted to define family offices with limited success. Since, there is no consensus about what family offices are and which services they provide. Adding to the confusion is the fact that many investment advisors are masquerading...
Imagine having a personal CFO for your family's finances – someone who's got your back, simplifying the complex world of money management while aligning it closely with what matters most to you. Today, many advisors claim to be your personal CFO. When in fact, they must focus on their area of expertise instead. That's where a family office can step...
Let’s make 2024 a year of renewed focus and productivity for family offices. Whether it's about refining purpose, enhancing reporting mechanisms, proactive tax planning, clarifying roles, or embracing simplification. In this post, we delve into "5 Improvements Your Family Office Can Make". Offering insights and strategies that are not just about preserving wealth, but about enriching the legacy and impact...
Within wealth management, family meetings have emerged as a valuable tool for generational wealth transfer. Through our family office, we’ve seen a growing number of clients harness the power of family meetings to prepare their next generation for the responsibilities and opportunities that lie ahead. Here's how and why these gatherings are transforming the wealth management landscape. What Are Family Meetings? Family...
Family office investors are taking an increasingly significant role advancing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives through their investments. One key strategy gaining prominence in this space is the use of "catalytic capital." Catalytic capital is a dynamic financial tool that combines private capital, pooled investment funds, and charitable capital to drive positive social and environmental impact while achieving financial...
Consolidated reporting refers to the process of aggregating and presenting various investments in a unified and comprehensive way. The goal of consolidated reporting is to provide stakeholders with a clear and holistic view of an entire investment portfolio, regardless of where those assets are held or what type of investments they represent. Imagine you’re an investor with a diversified portfolio including...
When it comes to multi-generational wealth management, is financial wealth the only capital worth cultivating? While financial capital is significant, considering various aspects of capital, including human capital and leadership, is essential to successfully transition wealth across generations. This post explores some strategies that can aid the transition of wealth to heirs and unearths the varied forms of capital that often...
Congratulations! You've successfully sold your business. As you close one chapter of your entrepreneurial journey, a new horizon emerges: the world of wealth management and investment. Transitioning from an active business role to managing an investment portfolio is a distinct shift, both in terms of responsibilities and mindset. In this blog post, we'll describe this transition, outlining the differences, challenges,...
