What will my children's future hold?

Your children are your legacy. And you want them to be well equipped for the challenges ahead.

In a changing world, it's hard to know what skills they'll need. Or how much you'll need to set aside. We can help you ensure you have the means to give them the best chance of success. Today. And tomorrow.

Being a parent comes with a lot of joy, and a lot of questions. How do you fund the education you want for your children? What if something happens to you? Will your kids take advantage of their unique opportunities? Will your support make their lives too easy? You want your children to have the best opportunities in life. But striking the right balance starts with the right plan.

When you become a parent, your priority is to safeguard your children’s future, whether you’re present or not. How would your family cope financially if you were no longer around? Are you covered for every possibility? Ask, then act.

You want to provide the best education available for your children. And by planning ahead, you can do just that. Do you want your children close to home? Or are there better opportunities abroad? Knowing the 'what' and the 'where' will help inform the 'how'.

Part of your family values includes understanding the value of money. Do your children appreciate how your wealth was made? Do they know it doesn’t define them? Can they practice managing it themselves? An early respect for money lasts long into the future.

*The UBS Family Advisory Study 2011