Episode 49 – Creating and Building a 100-Year Family Vision – Part 1

Episode 49 – Creating and Building a 100-Year Family Vision – Part 1

There’s no greater satisfaction than knowing and seeing that the wealth you built is passing down through the generations correctly. Would you agree? In part one of this two-part mini-series, John and Michael Parise explain everything you need to know about correctly handling multigenerational wealth. They highlight the importance of being aligned on the family …

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Episode 48 – A Trip Around Italy Examining Wine – With Guest Tim O’Rourke

Episode 48 – A Trip Around Italy Examining Wine – With Guest Tim O’Rourke

On this leg of our Wine Adventure, we take a look at the Italian region!  In this episode, John and Michael Parise sit down with Tim O’Rourke to identify the wines that come out of Italy, what sets these wines apart from the rest and how you can choose an Italian wine that pairs with …

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Episode 47 – A Deep Dive into The French Wine Industry – With Guest Tim O’Rourke

Episode 47 – A Deep Dive into The French Wine Industry – With Guest Tim O’Rourke

France is one of the world’s largest producers of wine, and is the source of many grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon blanc, and Pinot noir.  In this episode, John and Michael Parise sit down with wine investor Tim O’Rourke to examine what sets France apart as a producer of wine and how …

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Episode 46 – Measuring Risk In A Family Wealth Plan

Episode 46 – Measuring Risk In A Family Wealth Plan

To what extent have you involved and taught your family about risk calculation?  In this episode, John and Michael Parise explain the importance of communicating and involving your family in wealth plan risk calculation. They highlight the different risks you and your family should ALWAYS consider when it comes to generational wealth planning.  In this …

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Episode 45 – The Financial and Emotional Components of Legacy Letters

Episode 45 – The Financial and Emotional Components of Legacy Letters

In many cases, legacy letters are the main vessel for transferring financial assets down the generational line.  In this episode, John and Michael Parise explain the importance of elaborating and involving your family in legacy letters, and highlight the different considerations you should have when you’re prepared to craft your own.   In this episode, you …

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Episode 44 – Bringing The Next Generation Into The Family Business – Part 2 — With Guest Jeff Savlov

Episode 44 – Bringing The Next Generation Into The Family Business – Part 2 — With Guest Jeff Savlov

Involving the next generation in your family business can be delicate, and it’s important to have a strategy for approaching the transition.  In part two of this series, John and Michael Parise, along with guest Jeff Savlov, continue navigating the path of skill development and bringing the younger generation into the family businesses.   In this …

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Episode 43 – Raising Children in the Context of Family Financial Success

Episode 43 – Raising Children in the Context of Family Financial Success

When is it the right time to start having financial conversations with your children? Today, John and Michael are joined by Jeff Savlov, founder of Blum & Savlov, LLP. Jeff shares his experiences with families educating their children on financial success. He explains why it’s better to begin having conversations regarding financial matters early in …

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Episode 42 – Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust Planning in 2020

Episode 42 – Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust Planning in 2020

An intentionally defective grantor trust is an estate-planning tool used to freeze certain assets of an individual for estate-tax purposes. What makes 2020 the perfect time to take advantage of this type of trust? In this episode, John and Michael Parise dive right into the benefits of intentionally defective grantor trusts and why the best …

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Episode 41 – Planning For Special Needs Adults – With Guest Mike Byrne

Episode 41 – Planning For Special Needs Adults – With Guest Mike Byrne

Special needs planning is critical for families in ensuring children and adults with special needs are protected. In this episode, John and Michael Parise speak with Michael Byrne, a partner at Lighthouse Planning Consultants. Mike addresses many of the misconceptions surrounding families with a dependent adult with special needs, like SSI eligibility and ABLE accounts. …

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Episode 40 – Special Needs Planning And The Issue Of Guardianship

Episode 40 – Special Needs Planning And The Issue Of Guardianship

Guardianship is a huge part of special needs planning, as it takes into account what happens to a child if the parents pass away. Finding the right person to care for a special needs child is not necessarily easy. John and Michael Parise explore the topic of special needs planning for families. John explains his …

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