In anticipation of the election and in response to public demand, Hillary and Bill Clinton have released their 2015 federal tax return. Tax returns have been a hot topic this year, as candidate Donald Trump continues to refuse to release his tax returns. What can you learn from reviewing the Clinton’s tax returns about how…
One day, you will be an elderly person, you hope. Maybe you are already there. Or, your parents are. And, unfortunately, as more of us age, there is more and more cases of elder abuse, and in order to stop it, we must first spot it and understand the totality of the problem. Physical abuse…
Some businesses rely on their ability to create and sell or otherwise leverage their original works. Obtaining a copyright for those works is not just important, it can actually make or break the business by allowing the owner to pursue copyright violations aggressively. Getting a copyright is not difficult. It just takes a little time…
Have you ever wondered which types of contracts must be in writing to make sure you get the benefit of your bargain? All of the U.S. states have some form of what is known as the “Statute of Frauds.” Under this law, or laws, some contracts must be in writing to be enforceable. The Statute…
In June, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released its operational rules for the commercial use of drones, also known as unmanned aircraft (UAS). These rules provide clarity for businesses who may be contemplating the use of drones for commercial purposes. Perhaps the most well-publicized intended use for drones came from Amazon, the online retail giant….
The quality of the education a child receives through public or private school systems can vary greatly. The end product is a function of many variables, including teachers, administrators, parents, and of course, the children themselves. In a school setting, the teacher-to-student ratio can have an enormous impact on how well any given child progresses…
Just as it is difficult for many of us to talk about our ultimate death, it is also difficult for doctors to talk about this eventuality with their patients. Most doctors did not specialize in palliative or end-of-life care, yet they are often called upon to have these tough discussions with patients. You can make…
Many employers ask what they can do to avoid lawsuits. One of the best ways businesses can be more proactive in avoiding legal disputes and their attendant costs is to implement arbitration clauses as part of their employment contracts.Arbitration has traditionally been viewed as less expensive than litigation. While that’s not necessarily true in every…
Electronic technology has brought about tremendous benefits for today’s society. We can access goods, services, and information, all at the touch of a button. The flip-side of that coin, however, is that this same technology has also spawned countless new opportunities for dishonesty and crime. It is unlikely that any person who has a telephone,…
While it’s only October or November when you are reading this, now is the time to plan to reduce your tax bill for 2017. By December, it’ll likely be too late. And by the time January comes around, you will have likely missed out on your best tax saving opportunities. So, how can you best…
The daily grind can be a real challenge. It can be difficult to stay motivated at work and focused on the right things, particularly when financial times are hard or deadlines are compressed and the pull of social media can be so strong. Taking a step back and reorienting yourself regularly can help increase your…
When all is ideal in a family, the bond between grandparent and child is a special one. Maybe you’ve even heard that grandparenting is the grand reward for parenting. But what happens when the grandparent becomes the parent? Or when parents’ divorce or one parent dies and a grandparents’ visitation rights are taken away? This…
This is your letter of permission to go ahead and simply love your children. Put down those expectations that are ingrained in someone else’s idea of what it means to be successful in the world and stare a few moments longer into the precious eyes of the child who stands before you.Instead of asking how…
As a business owner, you’ve taken on a big responsibility to your family, your clients/customers, your team and your partners. Most businesses are not sufficiently liquid to keep the company going and the owner’s family thriving, in the event of death. But with the right plan in place, you can ensure the people you care…
Are you the unappreciated black sheep in your family? Have you wished you could redeem your reputation and at the same time shift your own perception of yourself? Consider taking on the role of family caregiver for an elderly parent, a niece or nephew, or even having a baby of your own. One AARP commentator…
Marketing your small business can be difficult. Depending on your product or service, any particular strategy may or may not be the best fit for you. So how do you know where to begin? Fortunately, you don’t have to go it alone. Online resources such as Entrepreneur provide quick ways for you to assess your…
If you’re like me, you want to leave an inheritance for your children. It’s likely part of what you are working so hard to do. But, far too often, the way we leave those inheritances actually does more harm than good. Something no parent wants. Giving outright ownership of our assets to the kids could…
One of the most popular reasons why families contact me for estate planning is that they have small children at home. Often, the conversations go like this: “We just had a baby, do you do trusts? I think that’s what I need, right?” “I wrote my will and left everything to my husband and kids. That’s all…
“Probate is a lawsuit you file against yourself, using your own money, for the sole benefit of your creditors.” You may have heard of probate. But for those who have been through it, the very mention of the word usually brings up a string of nightmares all rolled into one. Probate is the name given…
For those of you interested in creating a trust, you may have been told that one of the most important things to do after creating your trust is to fund it properly. If you don’t, it’s like having an empty box. The term “funding a trust” refers to the process by which you change all…
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