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Lack of Success in Succession Planning

Plan a smooth business and wealth transition with proven tax, estate, and succession strategies for family-owned businesses.

Created byTony Salgado, CPA, CA, CFP, CLU
IntermediateUpdated May 4, 2025

What You'll Learn

  • check_circleUnderstand the key challenges in transitioning family-owned businesses.
  • check_circleIdentify tax and estate implications involved in succession planning.
  • check_circleExplore insurance-based strategies to support succession goals.
  • check_circleApply estate planning techniques specific to family enterprises.
  • check_circleEvaluate tax planning tools that optimize wealth transfer.
  • check_circleLearn from real-world case studies to avoid common succession pitfalls.

About This Course

Succession planning for family-owned businesses involves more than just passing on the company—it requires careful consideration of tax implications, estate planning, and wealth transition. This course explores how families can effectively plan for the transfer of both their business and their personal wealth. Participants will gain insight into the estate and tax consequences of succession, as well as practical strategies and tools to ensure a smooth transition.

We will examine commonly used insurance solutions, estate planning techniques, and tax strategies tailored to the unique needs of family enterprises. The course concludes with four real-world case studies, highlighting key lessons learned and common mistakes to avoid. Whether you're advising family business clients or managing one yourself, this course will help you approach succession planning with confidence and clarity.

Course Content

1 activity • 1 videos • duration: 1h 15m

  • videocamLack of Success in Succession Planning
    Duration 75:09

Your Instructor

Tony Salgado, CPA, CA, CFP, CLU

Estate Planner

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Tony is a tax & estate accountant and insurance advisor working with family-owned businesses providing estate, insurance and succesion planning solutions and strategies. Tony will provide sophisticated estate & insurance planning alternatives with a focus in helping business owners identify issues and opportunities relating to business succession planning. This approach will help clients through the complexities of wealth transition and tax minimization strategies.

Credit Information

Professional development requirements vary by profession, country, and regulatory body. Before enrolling, review the course details and confirm that the content, learning format, and any listed credits meet your specific requirements. You are responsible for confirming eligibility with your regulator or professional association and keeping the records required for reporting.

What Students Are Saying

4.5 out of 5
Student's Choice
48 reviews
  • RM
    Ronald M.
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    information to make you think

  • RS
    Raymond S.
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    Good course, but course materials cannot be downloaded.

  • MW
    Maria W.
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    Very good high level and useful guidance to succession planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

We are a registered provider with 300+ associations and regulatory bodies worldwide. We operate across 27 global markets including Canada, the US, Australia, and the UK. Every course page clearly displays its specific accreditations. Upon completion, you receive a professional certificate that can be validated online. Our certificates include all necessary accreditation details, credit hours, and completion dates, and are formatted specifically to meet the submission requirements of most global regulatory bodies.

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