People often set up bank accounts or real estate so that they own it jointly with a spouse or other family member. The appeal of joint tenancy is that when one owner dies, the other will automatically inherit the property…
You may have heard of a Revocable Living Trust (RLT), which is a commonly used estate planning solution. But what exactly are they, who is affected by them, how can they be changed, and what do they accomplish? What Are…
If you are a business owner, you probably worry about your bottom line, employee retention, and health insurance premiums, but have you also considered what will happen to your business if you are in an accident? What if your business…
Farming or ranching is more than a means of livelihood – it is about preserving a legacy and unique way of life. Unfortunately, many farmers and ranchers fail to make an estate plan. The farm or ranch that has been…
As we approach Valentine’s day, let’s take some time to show ourselves a little self-love. Everyone needs to take steps to relax and minimize the effects of life’s everyday stresses, especially after a hectic 2020 year. Below are a few…
Many businesses prefer to hire independent contractors because there’s often less overhead and fewer expenses (i.e. taxes). However, classify an employee as an independent contractor and you’re in big trouble. Here’s how to legally differentiate between the two. Who Controls…
Social media is everywhere. It doesn’t take much time during a conversation before a Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook post gets mentioned. As a business owner, you may be considering leveraging social media to enhance your business’s engagement and reach. One…
Identity theft is the last thing a grieving family should have to worry about after the loss of a loved one. Unfortunately, identity thieves have increasingly targeted the identities of deceased people, using their names and other identifying information to…
How to Pass Your Stories and Values to the Future Generations Money may be the most talked-about wealth contained within a person’s estate, but the riches of their experience and wisdom can mean even more to family members down the…
As a business owner, it is almost guaranteed that you will encounter some variation of the following scenario: You engaged a client and completed fantastic work, the products the client desired were delivered on time with practically no issues, and…