At the same time, new types of family office structures are emerging that are geared to the needs of niches within the ranks of the financial elite.

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The sheer scope of possibilities and combinations mean that truly unique and thorny issues can be addressed in wholly customized new types of family offices without deviating from the basic operating structure.

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There were actually two types of family history.

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Similarly, the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles operates a Family Foundation Center which provides funders of all types--including DAF holders--with access to resources and networking opportunities that help to foster intergenerational philanthropy and educate about particular fields of interest.

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While it points out that three-quarters of single mothers are in the workforce, the types of jobs they have make it tough to support a family.

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But the term family was now being used for many different types of association, with single parents created by death or divorce.

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There are many types of properties available in the area, from condos to single-family homes.

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The agency, which primarily backs single-family mortgages, also insures loans made to owners of other types of real estate, including rental apartment buildings and hospitals.

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Altos calculated the median asking price for single-family homes and condominiums, weighting the price based on the mix of local property types.

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