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Wealthy families often take every precaution in preserving their legacies for future generations, with carefully constructed estate plans, wills, and trusts. But they often overlook the hidden factor that can undermine all these plans, and it isn’t investment returns or poor estate planning: It’s family dynamics. Studies have shown that...

If you’re a first-timer to the prenuptial conversation, having apprehension around talking about a prenuptial agreement is normal and to be expected. There may even be fear that raising the topic with the spouse-to-be will put a brake on the relationship. As you consider the best way to reach out to a loved one on the difficult topic, here are 7 ti...

At its core, a mission statement serves as a compass, continually steering an organization or business toward their goals. For the families who undertake the process of creating a mission statement, it provides a similar and essential navigational tool. To be successful, however, the mission statement must resonate and mean something to everyone in...

When it comes to budgeting, there are a few basics: Track your spending, know where your money goes, and don’t spend more than you earn. These fundamentals can boost your financial well-being and put you on a path toward reaching your goals—but going beyond these basics can help you accomplish so much more. With this easy-to-follow guid...

A large and growing cohort of next generation (next gen) investors in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) are preparing to take on the responsibility of managing their family’s wealth and take on an active role in maintaining sustainable generational success. While there is no standardized playbook for establishing family sustainability, next gen investors and...

Many business owners worry about how their success and wealth will impact their loved ones and the next generation. The fear behind it can hinder the ability of future generations to build on past success and even lead to family tension. To successfully move past the fear-based planning and toward a collaborative approach, five secrets an...

The college admissions world is constantly changing. In this webcast, Lindsay and Olivia of LogicPrep discuss recent admissions trends, the different types of test-optional policies, and what parts of your application matter most to colleges right now.

In this 3-part series on essay writing for your college application, insights are shared to help high school students understand what makes an essay good and how to get started on writing a unique, compelling story to tell in their personal statement. The essay also plays an important role in connecting a student's personal, academic, and extra...

With Early Decision and Early Action deadlines looming closer, you may be asking yourself: is the stress and effort involved with applying Early actually worth it? According to admissions statistics at a variety of colleges, the answer is a resounding yes! Check out the Early vs. Regular admissions statistics from top colleges here and learn what t...

While many high school seniors approach early decision colleges by applying to their dream school, that’s not always the best approach. The best choices involve strategy just as much (if not more than) emotion. For the students torn between two or three potential early decision colleges, three tips are provided on how to choose.

Despite the fact that so many college admission discussions center on “getting in,” college admissions is not a one-way street. So how do you make sure you select the school that is best for you? Visiting the college can be extremely helpful, but there’s more to do than simply touring or attending an info session.

While there are many ways for a high school student to gain meaningful experiences during the summer for college, one excellent way is to attend a pre-college program. Learn how can you choose the right summer program.

Every year, college application rates continue to rise at the most selective colleges in the country, and the admissions process only becomes more competitive. In order to stand out as a top student, plan to dedicate your summers to these immersive and impactful experiences.

The college application process is the culmination of everything you've spent time working on throughout high school. Remember that planning ahead and breaking the process down into smaller steps will make it much more manageable and straightforward. Follow this path to navigate the road to college with great clarity and success.

Losing a loved one can be very difficult. Yet, as an executor, spouse, or family member, you need to take steps to ensure that your loved one's financial affairs are properly settled as part of the family’s end-of-life planning. To help with the process, this step-by-step guide outlines the key tasks, including selecting an executor, considering th...