Take wealth transfer seriously
By Casey Cullen Wealth transfer is not defined by net worth or a specific age. Wealth transfer is a strategy to protect your family’s future. Parents may look at it as a means of providing for their heirs. Others may look at wealth transfer as a means of securing their legacy and what is important to them. […]
Due diligence crucial in purchases
Clay Williams and Tanvir Gill are business lawyers at FH&P Lawyers, serving the B.C. Interior with offices in Kelowna, Penticton and Salmon Arm. They are the hosts of “Law Talk,” a podcast that educates listeners on business matters including whether or not to incorporate, estate planning with a business and all other legal issues businesses […]
Faces of #OKGNtech
A strong community can promote new ideas and ensure accountability. It can also act as motivation, support and even provide a little friendly competition. The power of community is undeniable, and the Okanagan tech community is no exception. Our community is strong and growing with record speed, and maintaining connections through a period of growth […]
Control what you can control
What is your personal margin of error? Is a drip on the carpet the end of the known universe as you know it? Or do you run wild and throw those black workout pants into a washing machine full of fuzz spewing sweaters and towels? Each of us has an operating system that we let […]
Find the right Whos to help
“It is the best idea for you. Ever.” I’m vibrating as I explain to my friend how she can launch a course she has designed. “Write the highlights as if it were a screenplay. Create an animation video and start to share it with your sphere of influence. They will love it!” The only thing […]
Talk inheritance before it’s too late
By Casey Cullen The biggest inter-generational wealth transfer in Canadian history is taking place right now. But a lack of communication between parents and children means that many inheritors are in the dark about their financial future and many benefactors risk not having their wishes carried out as planned. For many Canadians, engaging in conversations […]
Law Talk looks back, ahead
Clay Williams and Tanvir Gill are business lawyers at FH&P Lawyers, serving the B.C. Interior with offices in Kelowna, Penticton and Salmon Arm. They are the hosts of “Law Talk,” a podcast that educates listeners on business matters including whether or not to incorporate, estate planning with a business and all other legal issues businesses […]
Business grants still available
By Casey Cullen and Hee Young Chung If you haven’t yet heard, there is still Small and Medium Sized Business Recovery Grant funding available. Small and medium size businesses in B.C. can apply for grants up to $30,000, and eligible tourism related businesses can receive an additional $5,000 to $15,000. The Small and Medium Sized Business […]
Always follow Rule of 72
I hate it when I don’t follow my advice—my own really, really good advice. I was about to make a big announcement that would change everyone’s life. In my consulting practice, I recommend the Rule of 72. As a leader, when a big change is being proposed, as much as you can, give people time […]
Entrepreneurs need retirement plan
By Casey Cullen and Hee Young Chung You built a business! You made it a success. And now you are looking for ways to retire. As a business owner there isn’t one straight line to retirement. There is a lot to consider. Not every business owner is lucky enough to sell and sail off into […]
