Preparation +Support
Many people aren’t considering vacationing anywhere but in their own hometown these days. But, as travel becomes more of an option over the Summer, remember having your will and advanced directives in place will give you peace of mind as you do plan for your trip. I’ve discussed the importance of advanced directives in the […]
5 Tips For Buying An Existing Business Or Franchise
You were scanning Craigslist or talking to a business broker and found a business you want to buy. It might be a strip mall, a salon or even a franchise opportunity. I’m sharing five tips as you navigate this very detailed process and, of course, the first step is to call an attorney. At Sugarman Law, […]
A Basic Overview of Trusts
As part of the year’s end, we are finishing up our series on estate planning and this month we are giving you a basic overview of the different types of trusts you can utilize in your estate planning. Trusts can be confusing. There are many different kinds for many different reasons and trying to navigate […]
Estate Planning: Wills And Advanced Directives, When Do I Need These?
Estate planning is just as it says – it’s a plan to ensure that your wishes are implemented – how you want your estate to be divided, who should be guardian to your minor children, and your assets are protected from tax implications and Medicaid. Your home, your car, your collectibles, your money, anything you want […]
Buying A Home? What You Should Know About Inspections, Repairs & Contract Clauses
You found the house of your dreams! You have put in an offer and it was accepted. Now it’s time for the home inspection. You ask, “Why do I need a home inspection? It costs so much!” I tell both my purchasers and my sellers that a home inspection is so that the purchaser knows […]
Building A House + President Once More (June Was About My ‘Why’)
My business coach talks about how everyone should know their ‘why’ – their reason for doing what they do. In fact, we had one of our yearly retreats in June and did a lot of mindset work. I really came back with great clarity around some decisions in my business. The concept of ‘why’ also […]
Protect Your Assets Before It’s Too Late
When you get the newsletter this month, I will have just seen Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band at Jones Beach. One of my favorite songs is Night Moves. But it means so much more to me now than it did when I was younger. Instead of thinking about young love, my attention is now […]
Changes In Life = Changes To Your Life Plan
When I got out of law school in 1997, some classmates were talking about opening up their own offices. I thought, no way, that isn’t for me! I want to get a paycheck, save for retirement and make partner someday. I also had no plans for having a child either. Fast forward to 2005 – […]
Staples, Adventures And Changes + Island Vibes
If you know me, you know my family takes an annual trip to St. Maarten! We have been going there since the early ’90s at least once a year, sometimes twice. I love to lay on the beach, relax and recharge. Is there really anything better than falling asleep to the crash of the waves? […]
You Signed It, They Signed It…But What If That Didn’t Happen? Contracts 101
We sign contracts all the time. In fact, every time you visit a website that uses cookies and you hit ‘accept’ when it pops up or you download an app and agree to the terms and conditions, you enter into a binding agreement. If the game you download on your phone has a contract in […]