By John Lawson CFP, FEA, CIM, CEPA & Jeff Hector CPA, CA, FEA

People often ask us, 鈥渨hat is a family office?鈥�

These same people may already know the name Assante Wealth Management. They know the name represents quality advisors who develop deep and impactful relationships with families and businesses.

However, the concept of a family office is still a foreign concept to most.

Our Family Office specializes in taking care of the unique needs of business families. We act as your 鈥淐hief Financial Advisor,鈥� bringing all aspects of your personal, business, philanthropic, estate and risk planning together while co-ordinating with specialized advisors.

A common concern with our clients is creating good inheritors. They have worked diligently to build what they have, but often worry if their kids and grandkids have the tools to carry on the family torch.

We have developed a culture of mentorship both in our own business and with the families we work with. This ensures that future generations are equipped with the resources and support to carry on the family legacy.

We also know that one of the most stressful situations families face is having their parents move into care homes. Our family offices work with you every step of the way to transition your parents into the next stage of their life.

Why we鈥檙e here

The national branding for Assante this year has circled around the question 鈥渨hy we鈥檙e here.鈥�

So, let us tell you a bit about ourselves.

We鈥檝e both been long-time residents of 性视界传媒, with Jeff primarily working out of downtown, while John worked out of Abbotsford. Combined, we鈥檝e been helping families in business for more than 40 years.

with Assante Financial Management Ltd.鈥檚 Legacy Family Office, and the reason behind the name is simple. Family Offices help families leave a legacy for generations. Jeff and his team have been helping high-net worth families accomplish this for decades.

is Sana Family Office of Assante Capital Management Ltd. The name Assante originates from the Swahili phrase 鈥渢hank you.鈥� However, the most commonly used phrase involving Assante is 鈥淎ssante Sana,鈥� meaning 鈥渢hank you very much.鈥� The name signifies our gratitude towards families who have trusted us to guide them through life鈥檚 challenges.

鈥淚 learned the term Assante Sana in Kenya last year, and I can tell you I was sincerely grateful to be there,鈥� said our client Terry-Lynn Stone. 鈥淚鈥檓 not sure I would have been there without all the support and wonderful advice from John鈥檚 team!鈥�

For years, we鈥檝e envisioned opening a Family Office in 性视界传媒. Now, we鈥檙e bringing 性视界传媒 its first long-awaited Family Office.

The need for 性视界传媒鈥檚 first Family Office

We love living in 性视界传媒, but that鈥檚 not the only reason why we decided to set up a Family Office here.

It鈥檚 no secret that 性视界传媒 is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Stemming from that is the growth of businesses, and the rising number of families in business who would benefit from working with a Family Office.

Assante鈥檚 growth in Western Canada isn鈥檛 happening by accident, Assante President Sean Etherington said. 鈥淎dvisors such as John and Jeff are bringing peace of mind to families and business owners with care and dedication to each situation that comes their way.鈥�

We look forward to meeting you and perhaps if the fit it right, an opportunity to serve as your Family Office.

If you would like to meet with either of us to discuss your unique situation, you can call us at 604-372-3372 or visit us at .

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