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MCM Partners (MCM) Launches Family Office Platform for Wealth Management
MCM Partners has established the MCM Family Office, which combines family office advice, wealth management, and wealth planning services. Christophe Page has been appointed head of this new platform, bringing 20 years of experience in private banking and alternative investments. This initiative aims to provide more comprehensive support for clients' evolving needs in wealth planning and asset allocation. MCM's CEO Dan Rose stated that this launch is a natural extension of the company’s partnership with its clients.
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Engagement Strategies for Advisors in UHNW Wealth Transfer
During the UHNW Summit at Wealth Management EDGE, RIA leaders emphasized the necessity for financial advisors to engage with clients’ second-generation family members. Cameron Rogers from Angeles Wealth Management highlighted that this engagement is essential for managing conversations about inheritance. Tiffany Tocco from Starkweather & Shepley Insurance suggested simplifying investment language for younger clients. Jason Borek of The Pinnacle Group noted that timely preparation for family discussions can determine the effectiveness of advisor-client relationships as family complexities grow, particularly concerning wealth transfer.
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Survey: 64.2% of Asian Wealthy Lack Succession Plans
A recent Lombard Odier survey involving over 390 high-net-worth individuals in the Asia-Pacific region revealed that 64.2% prioritize preserving family wealth across generations. However, only 26.9% have a comprehensive succession plan, while 39.4% lack any planning. This indicates an 'intention-implementation gap' among wealthy families, as many remain unprepared for the impending intergenerational wealth transfer. Concerns were raised about the long-term sustainability of wealth without effective governance and planning frameworks, especially in markets like Japan, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Hong Kong.
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