( 13 reviews )
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Posted: Jul 13 2009
This book is somewhat densely written in occasionally archaic language so it is not an easy read. The material inside is quite well-thought out, however and gives a good structure to assist wealthy families in solving the problems that come with wealth...unmotivated children, lack of purpose, etc. The general idea of seeing a family's resources as not only financial and social but also intellectual and personal..and figuring out how to develop those is a useful frame. Instead of "shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in 3 generations", you would be more likely to maintain the family's resources if you followed some of the principles in this book. I did not give it 4 stars due to the stilted writing.
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Posted: Feb 19 2009
I agree with my esteemed colleague, Mr. Collier, and would have to highly recommend this book as a guide to thinking deeper about the softer 'issues' that need to be considered and thought through.
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Posted: Jun 21 2008
Family Wealth is an area in small and meduim size business that has lept to the front of issues facing their firms. As the baby-boom generation decides how an when to step aside Family Wealth should be a must read book on the topic of asset protection and family relationship.
