If you have ever struggled to identify major and planned gift prospects or simply want to generate a solid call… Read More »Identifying Prospects in Your Own Database: How to Find Prospects with Linkage, Interest and Ability
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When I first heard of a family office, I thought it was a fancy way of saying a family business. Boy, was I wrong! Family offices are a way for families to manage their wealth – as if that wealth was a business. This can include managing family investments and companies, estate planning, education planning, vacations, and philanthropy.
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