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“Wisdom for Wealth. For Life.” Episode 48: Sometimes It’s Personal, Sometimes It’s Business: How to Separate Family Money from Business Money
Key Takeaways:
Without clear, documented objectives,…

A Week of Eternal Impact: Blue Trust’s Sponsorship with Groundwire
Written by Brian Shepler, CEO of Blue Trust
One of the greatest…

“Wisdom for Wealth. For Life.” Episode 47: Creating a Pipeline for Purpose with Your Family and Finances
For nearly 15 years, Blue Trust has had the privilege…

Estate Planning in a New Landscape: Opportunities for Families Near or Above the $30 Million Threshold
Written by Ryan Anderson, Sr. Partner and Private Wealth Advisor,…

The Power of ILITs: Protecting Liquidity and Preserving Legacy in the $30 Million Exemption Era
Written by Ryan Anderson, Sr. Partner and Private Wealth Advisor,…

SLATs, GRATs, and CRATs: Flexible Trust Strategies for Families Near or Above the $30 Million Threshold
Written by Ryan Anderson, Sr. Partner and Private Wealth Advisor,…

Gifting Early-Stage Business Interests: Locking in Tax Savings Before Growth or Liquidity Events
Written by Ryan Anderson, Sr. Partner and Private Wealth Advisor,…

Freezing Estate Value: How IDGTs Move Growth to the Next Generation Tax-Free
Written by Ryan Anderson, Sr. Partner and Private Wealth Advisor,…

FLPs: Combining Control, Discounting, and Tax Efficiency
Written by Ryan Anderson, Sr. Partner and Private Wealth Advisor,…

QPRTs: Passing Your Home to Heirs While Living in it for Years
Written by Ryan Anderson, Sr. Partner and Private Wealth Advisor,…

From Strategy to Legacy: Building a Comprehensive Estate Plan in the $30M Exemption Era
Written by Ryan Anderson, Sr. Partner and Private Wealth Advisor,…

Federal Reserve Independence: Myth or Reality?
"The President Shoves the Federal Reserve Chairman and Yells…

What is God Calling You Toward in Retirement?
Wisdom about work is plentiful in the Bible. Scholars estimate…

“Wisdom for Wealth. For Life.” Episode 46: Viewing Singleness Through the Gospel
In a culture that often views singleness as a temporary…

“Wisdom for Wealth. For Life.” Episode 45: Financial Planning Tips for Singles
Many adults are staying single longer than ever before.…

Accumulating Experiences & Passing On Values
Written by David Campaigne, Sr. Partner and Sr. Private Wealth…

AI Is Everywhere—But Is It in Your Portfolio?
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Many investors are eager to capitalize on the ongoing boom in…

Helping Kids Grow in Financial Wisdom This School Year
As the school year gets started, it may be hard to imagine adding…

Beyond the 9-to-5: Finding a Higher Purpose in Your Work
Musicians love to write songs about work. Tennessee Ernie Ford…

“Wisdom for Wealth. For Life.” Episode 44: How to Know Where to Give
For many families, the question isn’t whether to give—it’s…

Decoding the One Big Beautiful Bill: What the New Tax Law Means for You
With President Trump signing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA)…

False Prophets of Profit: How to Spot Modern Investment Schemes
Advancements in technology have significantly enhanced investment…

Lessons on Stewardship from America’s Founding Fathers
When we reflect on America’s founders, we naturally think of…

Wealth Paradox: Money and Happiness
The world will tell you that "money can't buy happiness," but…