想像富豪一样投资？只靠ETF也能“变身”家族办公室！

Core Insights - Family offices are experiencing explosive growth in Australia, with at least 2,000 currently operating, representing over 150% growth in the last decade [1] - The entry threshold for establishing a family office is at least 10 million AUD in liquid assets, often significantly more [1] - Ordinary investors can mimic the investment strategies of wealthy individuals through a combination of ETFs and a target annual return of 8% [1][3] Investment Strategy - The primary appeal of family offices lies in their customized asset allocation tailored to each family's unique financial situation, risk tolerance, and spending needs [3] - The long-term goal for family offices is to achieve stable annual returns of 6% to 8% over decades [3] - An 8% annual return is considered the "golden standard" for wealth preservation and transfer, offering more flexibility than merely tracking indices [3] ETF Comparisons - Two ETF providers, Betashares and VanEck, were invited to design asset portfolios targeting an 8% annual return over 30 years, compared to Australia's Future Fund [4] - The asset allocation for VanEck and Betashares includes various categories such as Australian equities, global equities, private equity, and alternatives, with VanEck focusing on a diversified risk premium strategy [4] Risk and Liquidity - Achieving an 8% annual return corresponds to a volatility range of 12%-18%, indicating the necessity for investors to withstand asset fluctuations [5] - Betashares has excluded private assets from its portfolio to mitigate liquidity mismatch risks, opting for more liquid equity products [7] - Both ETF providers suggest allocating 1%-2% of the portfolio to Bitcoin as an alternative asset to enhance diversification and return potential [7] Cost Considerations - Family offices typically charge a management fee of 1%, which translates to 100,000 AUD annually for assets of 10 million AUD, while ETFs have significantly lower annual fees [8] - Family offices provide comprehensive services beyond investment, including legacy planning and family governance, which adds value to their offerings [8] Conclusion - While ETFs may not fully replicate the services of a family office, they can effectively simulate a family office's asset allocation strategy for investors who are clear about their goals, can tolerate volatility, and prioritize long-term returns [9]