Family Office
Family Office
As wealth grows for UHNIs, managing it becomes far more complex than just monitoring investments. Taxation, succession planning, global structuring, and family governance enter the picture. That’s where the family office model comes in—a professionalized way of managing wealth, legacy, and lifestyle for ultra-high-net-worth families.
In India, wealthy families face a choice: Should you set up a single family office (SFO) or join a multi family office (MFO)? The answer depends on your portfolio size, family values, and long-term goals. The rise of family office services in India has also created demand for partners who can act as the best wealth management firm in India, guiding UHNI families through complex wealth and legacy decisions.
A single family office is a dedicated entity that serves just one family, functioning like its private headquarters for wealth and legacy.
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At Entrust Family Office, families with an asset base of ₹2000 crore or above are best suited for an SFO. The scale and complexity at this level can justify a dedicated structure despite higher fixed costs, because it delivers maximal control, privacy, and tailored governance.
A multi family office is a professional platform that serves several wealthy families together while still preserving personalised attention. It balances cost-efficiency with institutional-grade expertise.
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Entrust positions its MFO for families with ₹50 crore+ portfolios, with industry coverage placing the sweet spot between ₹50–₹2000 crore. This model is ideal for HNIs, entrepreneurs, and UHNI families who want best-in-class solutions without the costs of an SFO.
| Aspect | Single Family Office (SFO) | Multi Family Office (MFO) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost & Infrastructure | High setup and running costs; full in-house team required | Cost-sharing across families makes it accessible and efficient |
| Control & Customization | Complete control; bespoke services | Personalized within shared platform; tailored but structured |
| Expertise | In-house specialists dedicated only to one family | Pool of seasoned fund managers, tax experts, institutional talent |
| Privacy | Maximum privacy; no overlap | High confidentiality, but shared advisory teams |
| Scalability | Best for ultra-large portfolios (₹2000 crore+) | Flexible for wide range of families (₹50–₹2000 crore) |
| Service Scope | Bespoke investment, estate, philanthropy services | Broader mix: investments, tax, estate, lifestyle, governance |
Globally, family offices have long been established among European dynasties and American billionaires. In India, however, the family office movement has accelerated only in the last decade.
Today, India has 300+ family offices, up from fewer than 50 in 2018. This growth is driven by first-generation entrepreneurs, tech founders, and UHNI families.
As the family office India ecosystem matures, wealthy families are moving away from private banks toward independent advisors. Increasingly, Indian UHNIs are choosing MFOs because they combine institutional talent with flexibility.
Entrust Family Office is a trusted advisor to UHNI families, with offices in Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, and Coimbatore. Its conflict-free, transparent, fee-based model ensures advice is independent and objective—free of product-pushing or hidden incentives.
Entrust positions itself as custodian of Wise Wealth—helping families pass on not just assets but also values, responsibility, and long-term impact.
Both models—single family office and multi family office—offer distinct advantages.
The right choice depends on portfolio size, governance vision, and family priorities.
Whether you are evaluating a family office India structure or looking for the best wealth management firm in India, working with an experienced partner ensures wealth is managed quietly, transparently, and in line with your family’s values.
Entrust Family Office continues to guide Indian UHNI families in building strategies that safeguard wealth, nurture legacy, and create impact across generations.
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