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Practical, step-by-step guides covering every aspect of family office formation and operations.

Real estate management for family offices

Real estate management for family offices

This guide offers an overview of how family offices can approach real estate management. Drawing…

Simple Team·February 12, 2026
The family office fee playbook

The family office fee playbook

An actionable guide for family office fee management and cost governance. Learn how to eliminate…

Simple Team·October 31, 2025
A Simple guide to family office services

A Simple guide to family office services

This guide dives into what family office services actually are and highlights the top five…

Simple Team·September 5, 2025
AI for family offices: Strategy & governance

AI for family offices: Strategy & governance

Comprehensive guide to AI strategy and governance for family offices, with insights, practical steps, and…

Simple Team·August 25, 2025
A Simple Guide to Risk & Resilience

A Simple Guide to Risk & Resilience

Expert-led guide to family office risk and resilience in 2025, with practical steps, quick wins,…

Simple Team·August 12, 2025
AI for family offices: 101

AI for family offices: 101

This guide aims to help family offices take their first steps toward AI adoption. It…

Simple Team·July 25, 2025
Portfolio management software for family offices

Portfolio management software for family offices

This guide is designed to support families in making well-informed decisions regarding Portfolio Management Software…

Simple Team·July 7, 2025
A Family Office Guide on Governance Pitfalls

A Family Office Guide on Governance Pitfalls

Governance has become the cornerstone of effective family office strategy. As complexity and expectations grow,…

Simple Team·May 5, 2025
Family Office Formation: A Step-by-Step Guide

Family Office Formation: A Step-by-Step Guide

Everything you need to know about setting up a single-family office — from legal structure…

Simple Team·February 1, 2025
A Simple guide to family office service design

A Simple guide to family office service design

This guide to family office service design explores the essential elements of design thinking for…

Simple Team·August 27, 2024
A Simple guide to family office recruitment

A Simple guide to family office recruitment

This guide provides a deep dive into the unique aspects of recruiting for family offices.…

Simple Team·June 25, 2024
A Simple guide to asset allocation for family offices

A Simple guide to asset allocation for family offices

Asset allocation is crucial for family offices to manage their investments effectively and balance risk…

Simple Team·November 29, 2023
How to select the best accounting software for your family office

How to select the best accounting software for your family office

Accounting, though it may be less thrilling and cutting-edge than AI or alternative investments, plays…

Simple Team·November 14, 2023
Understanding business continuity plans for family offices

Understanding business continuity plans for family offices

Ensuring the safety and continuity of your family office’s operations during uncertain times is of…

Simple Team·October 26, 2023
How to get started with venture investments – a step-by-step guide

How to get started with venture investments – a step-by-step guide

Despite a drop in deals, now is a great moment to start investing in venture…

Simple Team·August 1, 2023
A Guide to Philanthropy for Family Offices

A Guide to Philanthropy for Family Offices

For the modern family office, philanthropy is no longer an afterthought. Instead, it is becoming…

Simple Team·June 6, 2023
ESG for family offices: How to draft an ESG statement

ESG for family offices: How to draft an ESG statement

ESG is no longer just a buzzword associated with impact investing. For future-thinking family offices,…

Simple Team·December 13, 2022
6 steps to selecting family office technology

6 steps to selecting family office technology

Traversing the sometimes confusing and time-consuming task of family office technological improvement is a challenge…

Simple Team·December 8, 2022
A Simple guide to single family office structure

A Simple guide to single family office structure

The emergence of new wealth and an increasingly complex business environment have driven the recent…

Simple Team·October 13, 2022
How to choose a family office advisor

How to choose a family office advisor

As family offices evolve and become more complex, their advisors continue to play an important…

Simple Team·September 21, 2022
An introduction to family office investments

An introduction to family office investments

Family office investment trends suggest a more active, growth-oriented mindset as well as a more…

Simple Team·September 14, 2022
Family office portfolio rebalancing

Family office portfolio rebalancing

Portfolio rebalancing is the buying or selling of assets to maintain the desired asset allocation…

Simple Team·September 7, 2022
A Simple guide to family office structure

A Simple guide to family office structure

Family office structures have evolved significantly over the past few decades, becoming far more sophisticated…

Simple Team·August 31, 2022
How to evaluate your family office banking provider

How to evaluate your family office banking provider

To ensure family offices are getting the support and service they need, it’s crucial to…

Simple Team·July 5, 2022