Lifetime Versus Testamentary Giving

Self-made people are often conflicted about philanthropy. Many of them work very hard for their wealth and, to a certain extent, measure their self-worth by the size of their pile. If a client's goal is to not only build his pile but also be philanthropic, it can seem like a contradiction. And to some extent, it is. But, for the advisor, there's also plenty of room for effective planning. And that