No one sets out to build a fortune and lose their family in the process. But it happens—slowly, often subtly—when the focus stays fixed on preserving financial assets and overlooks the emotional ties that hold a family together. You can have all the money in the world, but without love and wisdom, it’s meaningless. That’s both the warning—and the invitation—at the heart of Love Wisdom Money: The Family Fiduciary’s Guide to Generative Wealth . Through stories and lived experiences, Buddy Thomas shows that it’s possible to protect assets and deepen the relationships that give it meaning. That’s the calling of the family fiduciary—the leader entrusted with guiding the family toward not just financial continuity, but emotional and relational well-being. Thomas lays out a clear framework for sustaining wealth across generations—anchored in love, guided by wisdom, and stewarded with purpose. This book is both practical and profound. It offers actionable strategies for preserving financial assets while cultivating what truly matters: generative wealth—the kind that strengthens relationships. Because true wealth isn’t just about the money . It’s about the legacy you leave—and the family that carries it forward. " Love Wisdom Money is a must-read for families navigating the complexities of generational wealth. Buddy masterfully redefines what it means to be truly wealthy—not just in terms of money, but in relationships, wisdom, and stewardship. As an estate planning attorney working with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, I've seen firsthand how financial wealth alone is not enough to sustain a legacy. This book provides the essential framework for families to move beyond accumulation and into a purpose-driven approach to wealth." —David York, Attorney, CPA, and Managing Partner, York Howell, author of The Gift of Lift: Harnessing the Power of Stewardship to Elevate the World and co-author along with Andrew Howell of Entrusted: Building a Legacy That Lasts and Riveted: 44 Values that Change the World "Forget dry financial advice. Love Wisdom Money draws you in with compelling real-life family examples. Buddy Thomas illustrates the rich possibilities of generative wealth revealing the secrets to building a lasting legacy." —John "John A" Warnick, founder of the Purposeful Planning Institute, Fellow of the American College of Trust & Estate Counsel, and author of the Purposeful Trust & Legacies Handbook . "Your book is a marvel—beautifully crafted, wonderful ideas, and a strain of you that glows through. I could feel as I read just how blessed your client families are and have been by your compassion and brilliance as you helped them unravel complex personal qualitative and quantitative issues and, as the sage said, made them simple. Yours is the art of the personne de confiance , one who carries the burdens for another, of absolute trust, of compassion for the human condition and love for human possibilities—yes the family fiduciary with a small f —fides—always faithful." —James (Jay) E. Hughes, Jr., Esq., author of Family Wealth: Keeping It in the Family and Family: The Compact Among Generations , and co-author with Susan Massenzio and Keith Whitaker of The Cycle of the Gift: Family Wealth and Wisdom , The Voice of the Rising Generation , and Complete Family Wealth , published by John Wiley & Sons. "It's a fantastic read. The stories are engaging and exemplify the key messages beautifully. I love the way you write! I also appreciate how you set the scene for each story with a location and date. As someone who has been "responsible" from birth, I appreciate the stewardship mindset. Love, wisdom, and money all weave together for readers (and me!) in a supportive, aspirational way. Bravo!" —Cathy Carroll, President and Founder, Legacy Onward, and author of Hug of War: How to Lead a Family Business with both Love and Logic "...offers a refreshing perspective that begins with a provocative question: 'You're Rich. Now What?' This isn't just another financial planning book—it's a thoughtful exploration of wealth's purpose in our lives. "The beauty of Thomas's approach lies in its wholeness...This book serves as both roadmap and companion for those seeking to align their wealth with their most cherished values. Love Wisdom Money is that rare financial book that speaks to both head and heart." —Patti Brennan, CFP, Key Financial, Inc., CEO, and author of Am I going to Be Okay? (And Is "Okay" Enough?)