News Releases

- Almost two thirds of entrepreneurs work more than 40 hours per week, which is above the average of just under 35 hours per week for the average American worker

- A majority do not have a succession plan in place for their business

- Reviewing income options, learning how to minimize taxes and choosing an insurance plan are among factors business owners should take into consideration

- High-net-worth Americans will give an average of $12,394 to charities in 2014, with holiday season donations accounting for more than one quarter (29 percent) of annual giving

- Forty-three percent will spend more this holiday season than they did in years prior to the 2008 recession, paying an average of $10,525 for gifts and holiday-related expenses