Wealth Done R.I.T.E. in DELCO: A Framework for Families Who Want More Than Just Success
By Dane Czaplicki
For high-net-worth families, financial success isn’t just about what you’ve built—it’s about preserving it, enjoying it, and ultimately passing it on with intention.
Here in Media, PA, where professional success meets strong community roots, building a durable financial foundation requires a proactive approach across four pillars. At Members’ Wealth, we call it doing wealth R.I.T.E.: Risk. Investments. Tax. Estate.
Risk: The Foundation of a Sound Plan
Risk management isn’t just insurance—it’s resilience. From LLCs and asset titling to cash flow planning, it’s about protecting what you’ve built. The biggest risk is always the one you don’t see coming. Proper planning ensures that when challenges arise, you’re not reacting—you’re already prepared.
Investments: Structuring Wealth for Growth
Disciplined investing starts with an Investment Policy Statement and a coordinated plan. The most successful investors don’t chase returns—they stay the course through cycles. The secret? Not timing the market, but time in the market.
Tax: What You Keep Matters Most
Growing wealth is one thing. Keeping it is another. Tax efficiency overlaps every decision—from investment choices to charitable giving. The goal is forward-looking: the decisions you make today determine how much flexibility you’ll have tomorrow.
Estate: Legacy Beyond Wealth
Estate planning goes beyond documents. It’s about preparing the next generation to steward wealth responsibly. With estate tax laws set to change in 2026, now is the time to review. Your legacy is not just what you leave—it’s how you prepare your family to use it.
Giving & Community Impact
For many, legacy also means giving back. From donor-advised funds to scholarships, philanthropy can be woven into estate planning. Locally, The Foundation for Delaware County and DELCO Gives Day highlight meaningful ways to make a difference—ensuring your wealth continues to work for good.
Implementation & Execution: The Missing Link
Even the best plan is just words on paper without execution. Wealth grows complex—investments, taxes, estate, and risk all intersect. Without coordination, pride in “doing it yourself” can become overwhelm and missed opportunities.
That’s why the question isn’t just: Do you have a plan? The real question is: Do you have a team who can help you execute it?
Because true financial success isn’t about money alone—it’s about living with intention, clarity, and confidence. In DELCO, that’s wealth done R.I.T.E.
About the Author
Dane Czaplicki, CFA®
Dane Czaplicki is CEO of Members’ Wealth, a boutique wealth management firm that offers a comprehensive approach to serving individuals, families, business owners, and institutions. The firm’s goal is to preserve and grow its clients’ wealth to endure over time, while thoughtfully evolving its strategy to suit an ever-changing world. With over 20 years of wealth management experience, Dane and the Members' Wealth team thrive on bringing clarity and confidence to clients' unique situations. He believes everyone needs sound financial advice from someone whose interests are aligned with theirs, and is determined to put service before all else.
Dane received his MBA from The Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania and his bachelor’s degree from Bloomsburg University. Outside work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, hiking and camping, reading, running, and playing with his dog. To learn more about Dane, connect with him on LinkedIn.
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