Music to My Heirs

Stephen discusses the key benefits of Donor Advised Funds and Foundations with Ryan DeMaria, Director of Business Development at Foundation Source (https://www.foundationsource.com).For a copy of the Music to My Heirs research, go to: https://www.bernstein.com/bernstein/microsites/musictomyheirs/index.htmlNote to All Readers: The information contained here reflects the views of AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates and sources it believes are reliable as of the date of this podcast. AllianceBernstein L.P. makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates. The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P. © 2019 AllianceBernstein L.P.Support the show

Estate planning attorneys Mary Galligan and her son Michael Galligan https://www.galliganmanning.com/ discuss with Stephen the important legal steps to take when an individual turns 18 and is now considered to be an adult. For a copy of the Music to My Heirs research, go to: https://www.bernstein.com/bernstein/microsites/musictomyheirs/index.htmlNote to All Readers: The information contained here reflects the views of AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates and sources it believes are reliable as of the date of this podcast. AllianceBernstein L.P. makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates. The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P. © 2019 AllianceBernstein L.P.Support the show

Jason Graham of Andersen Tax, https://www.andersentax.com/people/graham-jasondiscusses with Stephen how to reduce your chance of an IRS audit. Jason Graham, the Office Managing Director of the Houston office of Andersen Tax, has over 19 years of experience in providing tax services. He performs engagements for high net worth family groups and individuals, involving income tax planning, research and compliance, estate planning and administration, family limited partnerships and trusts. Jason’s client base includes entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, business owners and founders/executives at early to late stage companies. For a copy of the Music to My Heirs research, go to: https://www.bernstein.com/bernstein/microsites/musictomyheirs/index.htmlNote to All Readers: The information contained here reflects the views of AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates and sources it believes are reliable as of the date of this podcast. AllianceBernstein L.P. makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates. The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P. © 2019 AllianceBernstein L.P.Support the show

Andrew Bean, Shareholder, and Jennifer Moss, Vice President, of INSGROUP (http://www.insgroup.net/) join Stephen to share their expertise around preparing for life's unexpected risks. For a copy of the Music to My Heirs research, go to: https://www.bernstein.com/bernstein/microsites/musictomyheirs/index.htmlNote to All Readers: The information contained here reflects the views of AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates and sources it believes are reliable as of the date of this podcast. AllianceBernstein L.P. makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates. The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P. © 2019 AllianceBernstein L.P.Support the show

Tama Klosek of Klosek & Assoc, http://www.kloseklaw.com/ discusses with Stephen how to think through the ownership of a second home. Tama Klosek is Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. She has a tax practice focused on both the domestic and international aspects of estate planning and family wealth transfer and tax-exempt organizations.  Following graduation from Harvard Law School in 1999, Tama began her legal career with Vinson & Elkins in the Probate, Trusts & Estates Group of the Tax Section. After almost 10 years at V&E, Tama continued her legal practice with Klosek Howes LLP and formed Klosek & Associates PLLC in June 2013. She has been widely recognized as an outstanding attorney in her field. For a copy of the Music to My Heirs research, go to: https://www.bernstein.com/bernstein/microsites/musictomyheirs/index.htmlNote to All Readers: The information contained here reflects the views of AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates and sources it believes are reliable as of the date of this podcast. AllianceBernstein L.P. makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates. The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P. © 2019 AllianceBernstein L.P.Support the show

Stephen Lewis and Meg Holliday discuss an email from a client looking to understand how philanthropy can be used as a training ground for successful inheritors. For a copy of the Music to My Heirs research, go to: https://www.bernstein.com/bernstein/microsites/musictomyheirs/index.htmlNote to All Readers: The information contained here reflects the views of AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates and sources it believes are reliable as of the date of this podcast. AllianceBernstein L.P. makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates. The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P. © 2018 AllianceBernstein L.P.Support the show

Stephen Lewis and Michael Ellington discuss the four necessary elements for a successful financial journey.  Michael U. Ellington is the Senior Managing Director of Bernstein’s private client practice. He joined the firm in 1998 and opened the Houston office in 2002.  Prior to joining Bernstein, Ellington was a partner at Wilson Ellington Capital Management, Inc., a hedge fund manager in Chicago specializing in interest rate derivatives. During this time he was also a professional floor trader in the Euro Dollar pit at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Ellington earned a BBA from the University of Texas, Austin.For a copy of the Music to My Heirs research, go to: https://www.bernstein.com/bernstein/microsites/musictomyheirs/index.htmlNote to All Readers: The information contained here reflects the views of AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates and sources it believes are reliable as of the date of this podcast. AllianceBernstein L.P. makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates. The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P. © 2018 AllianceBernstein L.P.Support the show

Stephen Lewis and Tom Pauloski discuss how wealthy families, worried about giving too much, can benefit from a strategy to keep their assets but give away the future appreciation. Thomas J. Pauloski is a National Managing Director of Wealth Strategies. He works with private clients and their advisors on wealth transfer strategies, focusing on tax-efficient wealth management and asset allocation decisions. Prior to joining Bernstein in 2005, he was a partner in the trusts and estates department at Winston & Strawn LLP in Chicago. Tom is on the faculty of the American Bankers Association National Trust and National Graduate Trust schools; he has also been an adjunct professor at Loyola University Chicago School of Law and has taught estate planning classes at Northwestern University Law School. Tom earned a BS in environmental engineering from Northwestern University and a JD, magna cum laude, from Loyola University Chicago, where he served as editor-in-chief of the Loyola Law Journal. He retired as a commander from the US Naval Reserve in 2003, with 21 years of combined active duty and reserve service. For a copy of the Music to My Heirs research, go to: https://www.bernstein.com/bernstein/microsites/musictomyheirs/index.htmlNote to All Readers: The information contained here reflects the views of AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates and sources it believes are reliable as of the date of this podcast. AllianceBernstein L.P. makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates. The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P. © 2018 AllianceBernstein L.P.Support the show

Stephen Lewis and Deacon Turner discuss how the most successful business owners invest after selling their companies. Deacon shares the strategies he is recommending to some of the wealthiest entrepreneurs and how to increase their probability of generational success. Deacon is a Senior Managing Director at AB Bernstein. He graduated from Harvard University where he was a Harry S.Truman Scholar and received a master's degree from Oxford University where he was a Rhodes Scholar. For a copy of the Music to My Heirs research, go to: https://www.bernstein.com/bernstein/microsites/musictomyheirs/index.htmlNote to All Readers: The information contained here reflects the views of AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates and sources it believes are reliable as of the date of this podcast. AllianceBernstein L.P. makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates. The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P. © 2018 AllianceBernstein L.P.Support the show

Stephen Lewis and Anne Bucciarelli, coauthor of Live Once Plan Often, discuss the top 5 mistakes to avoid when starting college. They share insight about budget neglect, banking fees, credit, saving and how to build wealth early. https://www.bernstein.com/bernstein/microsites/musictomyheirs/index.htmlNote to All Readers: The information contained here reflects the views of AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates and sources it believes are reliable as of the date of this podcast. AllianceBernstein L.P. makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates. The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P. © 2018 AllianceBernstein L.P.Support the show

Stephen Lewis and Matt Palazzolo discuss the research that prompted the writing of Music to My Heirs. Stephen outlines the three pitfalls that destroy generational wealth and how to avoid them. Matt Palazzolo is a Senior Portfolio Manager at AB Bernstein and the host of Bernstein Insights. Click on the link to get a PDF of the research: MUSICTOMYHEIRS. Note to All Readers: The information contained here reflects the views of AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates and sources it believes are reliable as of the date of this podcast. AllianceBernstein L.P. makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates. The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein, and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark, used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P. © 2018 AllianceBernstein L.P.Support the show