Family Business. Family Life.

Posted by Kristin A. Hughes, JD | Aug 15, 2024 | 0 Comments

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Succession planning for a family-owned business is indeed a delicate and emotional process. It goes beyond just passing on a business—it's about preserving a legacy and giving the next generation the opportunity to carry forward the values and vision that built the company.

There's nothing quite like watching your children achieve their dreams, whether it's scoring the winning goal, starring in the school play, or being accepted to their dream college. As a business owner, the same pride and joy can be felt when you see your children ready to take over the reins of the family business. 
 
However, transitioning a family-owned business to the next generation comes with its own set of challenges. The process of succession planning requires careful consideration of both financial implications and family dynamics. Yet, the rewards are significant—not just for the business, but for your family's legacy and future success.
 
Succession planning isn't just about handing over control; it's about empowering your children to build on your achievements and take the business to new heights. With the right planning, you can lower the hurdles and ensure a smooth transition that sets your children up for success.
 

“It's not how much money you make, but how much you keep, how hard it works for you, and how many generations you keep it for.” ROBERT KIYOSAKI

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Kristin A. Hughes, JD - Attorney & Counselor at Law – Schluter & Hughes Law Firm PLLC

DID YOU KNOW ? 

· Statistics: Only 30% of family businesses pass to the second generation, 10% to the third, and less than 5% to the fourth.

· Lack of Planning: Over 45% of family business owners expecting to retire in five years do not have a succession plan.

· Aging Population: As of 2020, about 55.8 million Americans were aged 65 and older, making up 16.8% of the total population, and this demographic grew by 38% from 2010 to 2020.

· Lack of Estate Documents: Only 32% of Americans have estate planning documents such as a will or living trust. Additionally, 60% of those without a will have not made any effort to start the process.

· Emotional Barriers: Inertia and unwillingness to face emotionally charged issues hinder both succession and estate planning.

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About the Author

Kristin A. Hughes, JD

ATTORNEY & COUNSELOR AT LAW | Kristin is one of those people with the gift for bringing people together. Dedicated to helping families through life transitions and challenges, Kristin and her team find solutions. She concentrates her practice in the areas of estate planning, guardianships and conservatorships, elder law, and probate and trust administration. Kristin received her BA from Michigan State, JD from U of D Mercy.  Never one to sit on the sidelines, this mother of three, took up ice hockey and horseback riding in her 30's. 

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