Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Jun 26, 2023 |
Vacations are a time to relax, unwind, and create beautiful memories with your loved ones. But before you set off on your adventure, it's essential to ensure that your legal affairs are in order so you can fully relax during your travels. Can't imagine doing one more thing before you take some mu...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Jun 26, 2023 |
The dream of passing on your business to your children and witnessing the legacy you've built continue to flourish is a powerful one. However, inspiring your children to embrace the idea of taking over the family business can present its challenges, and your children may even exhibit resistance t...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Jun 20, 2023 |
These days, more and more young people are delaying—if not totally foregoing—a life that involves marriage and parenting. The lack of jobs, crushing student debt, multiple recessions, and the pandemic have pushed many young people into a life path that leaves little room for settling down with a ...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Jun 19, 2023 |
Get ready for an interesting twist in the world of legal and business news. You may already be familiar with the upcoming Corporate Transparency Act, set to kick in next year. If you aren't, it's time to get in the know because it could impact you, and if you it does, you'll need support. Startin...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Jun 13, 2023 |
If you are thinking of starting a business, you'll find all sorts of advice about how to go about getting your new venture off the ground. Indeed, there are entire websites devoted to the topic. Yet, with so much information out there, it's hard to know what you should heed and what you can ignor...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Jun 12, 2023 |
Last week we started the discussion of why it's so important for LGBTQ+ families to invest in custom estate planning. While major strides for LGBTQ+ rights have been made in recent years, estate planning law is still written with hetero, cisgender couples in mind, which means that your wishes and...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Jun 12, 2023 |
Last week, we looked at three types of insurance coverage that every business owner should have. While buying insurance coverage may seem low on your to-do list, making sure you and your business are protected from lawsuits is one of the most important things you can do for your business.
After a...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Jun 05, 2023 |
June is a time of celebration and reflection for the LGBTQ+ community as Pride Month shines a spotlight on the progress made in the fight for equal rights. While significant strides have been made, such as the legalization of same-gender marriage and increased recognition of LGBTQ+ families, ther...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | May 29, 2023 |
May is Senior Citizen's Month, a time to reflect and appreciate all the things the seniors in our lives have done for us. Whether they are our parents, grandparents, or elderly friends, our seniors have given us so much over the years. But sometimes seeing your loved ones aging or seeing how you'...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | May 29, 2023 |
Handling workplace conflict can be one of the most difficult aspects of running a business. While achieving business goals may require talent and time, managing people and their personalities is a completely different ball game. No matter how good the management is, disputes are bound to arise in...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | May 22, 2023 |
If you are going to take investment and estate planning advice from anyone, Warren Buffett is likely one you want to consider. As one of the most successful investors in history, his track record speaks for itself. However, his wisdom goes beyond picking stocks and making money.
At this year's Be...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | May 22, 2023 |
One of the best-loved books for entrepreneurs is The E-Myth by Michael E. Gerber. In the book, he tells the story of a woman who always dreamed of owning a pie shop. She wanted nothing more than to spend her days doing what she loved and seeing her customers enjoy her pies. But once she opened he...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | May 15, 2023 |
When you think of estate planning, a Will is usually the first thing that comes to mind. In fact, most people who contact me tell me they don't need anything complicated for their estate- just a Will. Indeed, Wills have a reputation as the number one estate planning tool and can be seen all over ...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | May 15, 2023 |
Your business is your passion, your livelihood, and your legacy. You want to see it succeed and thrive, but sometimes that can be a difficult task. It requires a lot of resources to make your business grow - time, effort, and of course, money. And as a business owner, you know all too well how ha...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | May 08, 2023 |
Last week, we explored two real-world ways you can use an AI language model to improve your small business from building efficiency to marketing your brand. This week I'm continuing the discussion to bring you three more ways to use AI to support your business. Plus, I'll explain when to bring in...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | May 08, 2023 |
Blended families were once considered “non-traditional” families, but today, blended families are becoming just as common as non-blended families. Currently, 52% of married couples (or unmarried couples who live together) have a step-kin relationship of some kind, and 4 in 10 new marriages involv...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | May 01, 2023 |
As a small business owner, you wear a lot of hats and probably work a lot of hours to get it all done… and you still have a lot left on your plate. Until you're ready to hire on more help (let's talk about that soon!), you can leverage simple-to-use, free online AI tools to take some of that work...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | May 01, 2023 |
Whether you're turning on the news or scrolling through Instagram, it's hard not to hear about AI technology, so this week I wanted to take some time to cover what the buzz is about and how you can use this technology to make your own life easier.
AI (artificial intelligence) language models like...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Apr 24, 2023 |
As a small business owner, you may feel as if you're facing the world alone at times. Unlike a large company would, I'm willing to bet you don't have a team of lawyers or an in-house general counsel to support you as you navigate the complexities of running a business. But just because you don't ...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Apr 24, 2023 |
If you're a pet owner, you know the special bond that exists between you and your pets, and to many pet owners, our furry friends aren't just a pet - they're a loved and important part of our families. So if you're thinking about how best to provide for your family after you die or if you become ...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Apr 17, 2023 |
Stephen Laurel Boss, also known as “tWitch,” was an American DJ, hip-hop dancer, choreographer, television producer, and actor whose personality lit up the stage on So You Think You Can Dance and as a producer and frequent guest host on The Ellen Degeneres Show. Boss also co-hosted the TV show Di...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Apr 17, 2023 |
You've likely read dozens of articles on how to manage your business, what payroll service to use, and how to take advantage of tax deductions. While these are all important components of keeping your business running efficiently and profitably, I want to take this week's blog to focus on somethi...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Apr 10, 2023 |
If you're a business owner and have been operating your business as a Sole Proprietor, you're leaving the personal assets of your family at risk. From a creative side hustle to a tech startup, owning a business always comes with some level of financial investment and risk, whether you're purchasi...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Apr 10, 2023 |
If you're tempted to use a DIY estate planning service or have already created a plan you aren't 100% confident in, be sure to read how these three simple mistakes can derail your estate plan and leave your family with an expensive mess.
We regularly meet with clients who ask us to review an esta...
Posted by Scott Lynett, Esq. | Apr 03, 2023 |
I know discussing topics like death, incapacity, and other potentially frightening life events, with someone like me, an estate planning lawyer, may feel intimidating or even morbid. Take a deep breath and relax… it doesn't have to and shouldn't be that way.
Hiring a lawyer to help you make wise ...