From Shirtsleeves to Shirtsleeves: Why Wealth Often Fades by the Third Generation — and How to Break the Cycle

By Matthew Doherty DipPSF There’s an old saying that exists in many cultures, with slightly different wording but the same message: “From shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations.” It reflects a pattern that has repeated itself for centuries. One generation builds wealth through discipline, sacrifice, and hard decisions. The next benefits from that success and […]