Francois Botha

Impact investing and philanthropy are not necessarily on opposite sides of the scale. However, understanding the differences can ultimately make or break the success of any particular investment.

The meteoric rise of digital assets, and Bitcoin in particular, is undeniable. But what role can this cryptocurrency play in a family office portfolio?

Known as the family behind a behemoth entertainment and broadcast empire, the Murdochs appear as something of a TV drama themselves. We're going beyond the tabloid headlines to find out what this famous feud means for Rupert Murdoch's legacy and the succession of his family business.

In today's digital world, it's never been easier to streamline business operations through the use of intelligent software. Deciding which software is right for your family office can feel daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Here are 4 easy steps to take that will make choosing software a much simpler process.

For family offices, aligning investments to a greater purpose is more relevant now than ever before. In the current tough economic times, these investments need people who understand their values. We explore why aligning investments to values affords investors a longer-term view, making them a better longer-term fit.

Families need to work harder to attract the best people, partners and investment opportunities. With family offices gaining in popularity, this means that on various levels families will soon need to up their game. Here are three tips to help.

Wealth management within one lifespan is already challenging. Making sure that it will both last and continue to grow for future one's lifetimes, is a complicated task that requires expertise. Still, there is no reason why future generations' wealth should come under threat each time generational change is on the horizon.

By a general estimation, 90% of affluent families tend to lose a large portion of their wealth by the third generation. By considering the potential threats to family wealth and taking appropriate preventative measures, the risk of wealth erosion can be mitigated. Here are five key factors that often serve as the foundation for wealth erosion and the steps family offices can take to preserve multi-generational wealth.

Family businesses are built with a core vision that, which has continuity, renewal, longevity, and legacy of the enterprise in mind. These visions are oftentimes built around a specific competency or industry which is intimately tied to a family's identity. But in an ever-changing marketplace, how might family businesses embrace generalism for strategic advantage?