Family Businesses Articles

Taxation & Representation: Congress debates IRS cuts & new tax rules — what family businesses must know

Congress Weighs FY2026 Funding for IRS, OECD and DOJ Tax Division: As Congress returns this week, lawmakers face a four-week window to resolve differences over government funding for fiscal year 2026 (FY2026). This includes disputes regarding Internal Revenue Service...

How Family Governance Protects Generational Wealth

By Brian BissellSenior Vice President and Client AdvisorWhittier TrustClear communication and structure are essential for high-net-worth families to protect their assets. Even the best players need a coach — and a playbook. For ultra-high-net-worth families,...

Autumn Transitions: Navigating Family Enterprise Challenges with Head and Heart

Fall is a season of rituals that invite us to dig in and address the issues that will help us finish the year well. Kids go back to school, commuter traffic resumes, home projects come to completion, Congress returns to work, and so too can family firms use this...

Women’s Business Owners Group Gets Bipartisan Congressional Support

New Women’s Business Owners Group Gets Bipartisan Congressional Support at Latest Southern California Meeting Rep. Correa (D-CA) and Rep. Kim (R-CA) staff members hear challenges Women-owned businesses face today; Certificate of Special Recognition Awarded...