How Wealthy Families are Providing Coronavirus Relief Through Direct Investment

There is no doubt that 2020 has been a challenging and transformative year. For some, every aspect of life has been upended by the pandemic; for others, the day-to-day has continued largely unchanged. No one, however, has remained completely unscathed.   The same is true in the business world. Many, unfortunately, have shuttered their doors or are on the verge of doing so, while other businesses are being created or pivoting in order to transcend the limitations placed on them. Like most crises, the pandemic has presented not only challenges but opportunities for exponential growth as we learn how to do things more efficiently, more conscientiously, and more profitably. For high net worth individuals and families, who have already pledged billions to pandemic relief efforts, it has provided an additional way to support the economy while growing their wealth.…

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Easy on the Eyes: The Trend Toward Using Visuals for Wealth Management

There is no question that our society is becoming increasingly visual. When we click on a link to a story, we are just as likely to find a video as a written article, and emojis have become an efficient and surprisingly acceptable replacement for words, even in some business circles. The rise of Instagram indicates a preference to look at a pic and a short caption rather than a lengthy post. In our busy world, where we spend so much time staring at screens, visuals alleviate some of the mental fatigue and provide a quick way to download information.   The use of visuals has also become the latest trend in estate planning.  According to a recent New York Times article, financial planners are now using diagrams and flowcharts to create a detailed picture of one’s assets, and their…

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EstateSpace is providing clarity for principals & estate managers with complete visibility.

There are several financial and personal benefits to owning multiple properties, not the least of which is feeling like you are at home when travelling to your favorite spots. Another great pleasure is being able create that feeling of home for visiting friends and relatives. Whether you are in town or not, you always make it a point to have your house stocked with their favorite foods, choose the bedrooms in which they will be most comfortable and make your household staff aware of any other particular needs they may have.  In the days leading up to their arrival, you often find yourself making several phone calls to your estate managers to ensure that every detail is accounted for. Given your busy schedule, and theirs, this can become inconvenient, particularly if the home is in a different time zone.…

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