Family Foundations: Building A Rich Philanthropic Legacy

Posted by Richard on March 13, 2014

  If charity is important to you and you want to build a philanthropic legacy, then starting a family foundation may prove beneficial. A family foundation can form a legacy of community involvement and responsible citizenship for generations to come. What exactly is a family foundation? The Council on Foundations defines it as one whose […]

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Tips for Starting a New Business in Retirement

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  As a result of lengthening life expectancies and dwindling pensions, a growing number of retirees are looking to retirement as an opportunity to start a new business. It can be beneficial to be an older entrepreneur in a number of ways: • Start-up funding may be easier to come by for seniors, who can […]

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Invest Internationally with ADR’s

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  The potential benefit of global investment has tantalized investors for decades.1 A portfolio whose holdings are diversified across national borders may have lower overall volatility and higher average returns than a collection of investments in any single economy. While the bottom-line benefits of foreign investment may be attractive, the purchase of stock through a […]

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How To Build An Emergency Fund

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  Many financial experts recommend setting aside enough money to cover three to six months’ worth of expenses in the event of a major financial surprise. That’s because a well-funded emergency account has the potential to get you through tough times without the need to spend other savings, such as assets earmarked for retirement and […]

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