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Through interviews with dozen of donors, Legacy in Family Philanthropy: A Modern Framework, explores big concepts, such as how the ever-evolving idea of legacy relates to values-driven giving and a commitment to impact. While it offers an overarching framework and legal considerations, this companion workbook provides stories, practical tips, and discussion starters for families and donors.

Real assets, like income-producing ranches, provide a hedge against inflation, and are an attractive investment for a diversified portfolio when managed correctly. With the right business plan for your ranch investment and enterprise, you can build the resiliency needed to capitalize on it.

While marijuana is still illegal under federal law, what was previously considered a forbidden substance is now part of the mainstream. As public policy evolves, risk professionals must stay abreast of legal and political developments, review and update existing workplace policies, and carefully handle any workers’ compensation, employment practices liability, and other insurance claims in which marijuana use may play a role.

With so many priorities on the Biden administration’s tax policy agenda, the biggest question for businesses and individuals alike is: How will this impact me? Regardless of whether the administration accomplishes everything outlined in the Treasury’s Green Book, businesses and individuals must take a proactive approach to tax planning. In this Tax Policy Agenda Video Series, Todd Simmens and his guests explore the tax issues and the planning opportunities to help you prepare.

Investors may not be able to control the markets—but they can control their risks, values, and taxes. Find out how the rise of direct indexing makes it possible.

The pace of deal making was high in 2021, and it’s expected to continue in 2022. Looking forward, there are seven private equity trends that fund managers need to be aware of as they plan deals, develop, and execute value creation strategies and exit plans this year.

In this report, discover the emerging trends redefining the retail industry. With a deeper exploration into the changes that COVID-19 caused in commerce, it becomes clear that retail is at the forefront of a significant reimagination and primed for innovation. All this change, including the reintroduction of the omnichannel, has caught the attention of investors.

“Location, location, location” has long been the mantra of the real estate and, by extension, construction industries, but the global pandemic is upending how this philosophy has traditionally been interpreted. The effects of remote work, online shopping and the continued decline in business travel, among other phenomena caused by the pandemic, are forcing owners and investors to ask, “Does location even matter anymore?” Key sectors may point to an answer.

Through the lens of the middle market and 600 U.S. CFOs across six industries, this BDO survey research shows there is optimism on growth prospects in the year ahead while recognizing success will require adaptation and agility. New priorities are in play for businesses and their stakeholders alike. Profit no longer has primacy over purpose, and impact has earned a seat at the table in a post-pandemic environment. The most ambitious companies will accelerate out of recovery with a more inclusive and sustainable growth strategy.

The notable increase in consumer prices has sparked concerns around the effect of inflation on investor’s portfolios, wealth plans, and ability to fund goals. For investors, the best offense remains a good defense, and it is not too late to revisit your portfolio with an eye toward protection against the impact of inflation. We answer nine questions on fortifying your portfolio and wealth plan in the face of uncertainty.