A Menu of Trust Options

A trust is an instrument set up to hold the property of an individual, often called the grantor, for one or more designated beneficiaries. The following glossary provides a brief description of various types of trusts.     Because trusts are complex, it is...

How to Retire as a Business Owner

Business Owners Must Stay Ahead of Daily Events and Keep the End in Mind   Building a business is kind of like being a parent. You start with an infant enterprise that needs constant attention and often deprives you of sleep, absorbs a big chunk of your savings, and...

Real Estate: A Form of Charitable Giving

In unpredictable economic times, many donors may be wary of making large donations of cash, even to charities they would otherwise like to support. Nonprofits are, therefore, increasingly encouraging donors to make gifts of non-liquid assets, including real estate....

The 8 Exit Strategies for Business Owners

Are you a business owner thinking about exiting your company? Which exit strategy will benefit you most? It’s a tough move to undo, and you should know the pluses and minuses going in.  While the number of exit routes seems unending, you generally choose from only...