GENERATIONAL WEALTH IN THE MODERN AGE

Part 1 of the Wise Investment Inter-generational Wealth series.

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Generational Wealth in the Modern Age

Generational wealth, also known as inter-generational wealth, is a concept that has been around since the dawn of property and currency ownership. The aim has always been to acquire and retain assets to pass down through generations. Despite the apparent benefits, the pursuit of generational wealth seems less prioritised today amid changing financial advice and unstable market conditions. Initially, the focus was on acquiring property as a secure investment. However, with financial downturns, the priority has shifted towards ensuring a comfortable retirement, with securing wealth for future generations taking a backseat.

In the past, the concept of generational wealth focused on an individual working diligently to accumulate assets for their immediate family, ensuring their children had the means for education and a decent inheritance. Today, anyone at any age can start building generational wealth without needing to establish a vast business or property empire.

Advantages of Generational Wealth

Whether we like it or not, those fortunate enough to inherit wealth gain substantial benefits, such as superior education opportunities, better job prospects, and higher earning potential. These advantages often enable them to continue the cycle of wealth accumulation and distribution.

Strategies for Different Generations

Grandparents and Parents: Both grandparents and parents play crucial roles in creating and passing on generational wealth. They can go beyond bequeathing tangible assets like property and heirlooms by investing in long-term investment portfolios that appreciate over time, ensuring a financial legacy that continues to grow.

Wealth creation for both generations involves a blend of savvy investments and strategic planning. Financial planning is essential, covering aspects such as tax management, pension strategies, and insurance to protect against unforeseen events. These efforts ensure financial security for retirement while establishing a solid foundation of wealth to be passed on to future generations.

Children and Grandchildren: Families often set up dedicated savings accounts to cover significant future expenses such as education, vehicle purchases, and home deposits. Long-term savings accounts, which offer growth-oriented benefits and mature when the child reaches adulthood, are valuable tools for this purpose.

The array of options available today means you don’t need substantial initial investments to start growing your money. Smart, manageable investments can lead to significant returns over time.

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This article is intended for information only and does not constitute advice. Please be aware that investments can go down as well as up.

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