Liminal Partners

In the realm of wealth management, a critical shift is occurring: successful families are focusing not just on preparing assets for transfer, but on preparing heirs to receive them. This distinction represents the difference between preservation and true legacy-building. The statistics are sobering – approximately 70% of wealth transfers fail by the second generation, and…

A family constitution serves as the cornerstone of multi-generational wealth preservation, yet many families overlook this critical document until conflicts arise. This foundational agreement codifies not just wealth distribution, but the values, expectations, and decision-making processes that will guide your family through transitions. Effective family constitutions typically address five key areas: shared family values and…

When business owners approach succession planning, they often focus primarily on financial valuations and tax considerations. While important, this narrow approach fails to address the three-dimensional reality where family dynamics, business operations, and ownership transitions converge. Each dimension presents distinct challenges: the family dimension involves emotional attachments and fairness considerations; the business dimension requires leadership…