The Difference Financial Literacy makes

Everyone's financial responsibilities and priorities change over time. Whether you’re just starting your worklife or looking ahead to retirement, planning goes a long way in helping you make good financial decisions, reach your goals, save taxes and/or avoid unpleasant surprises that could set you significantly back financially.

Family Business Planning Strategies

If you are an owner in a family enterprise, the likelihood of your business successfully transitioning to the next generations is not very good. This has not changed over the years. Statistics show a failure rate of: 67% of businesses fail to succeed into the second generation 90% fail by the third generation With 80% to 90% of all enterprises in North America being family owned, it is important to address the reasons why transition is difficult.