This blog focuses on estate planning, but many times estate planning intersects with income tax planning. Take, for example this week’s post on The Wall Street Journal Online edition titled “There Is Still Time to Cut Your 2011 Income Taxes” found by clicking here. There are many good suggestions. In particular, I like the idea [...]
Archive for November, 2011
An Income Tax Trifecta — Last Minute Year-End Tax Planning
By Robert Lamm
Wednesday, November 30th, 2011
Preliminary Notices — The Devil is in the Details
By Iman Reza
Wednesday, November 30th, 2011
In order for a subcontractor or material supplier (who does not have a contractual relationship with a general contractor on a public works project) to collect unpaid invoices through a stop notice or payment bond, they must have served the general contractor and the owner (public agency) with a timely Preliminary 20-Day Notice (“Notice”) [1]. [...]
Like Many in California, Construction Laws Receive a Face-Lift
By Patty League
Wednesday, November 30th, 2011
As many of you construction fans know, Governor Schwarzenegger signed into law Senate Bill 189 (“SB 189”) in 2009. Many may be wondering, “What in the world is this?” Well, the answer is simple: SB 189 is a comprehensive face-lift regarding the filing and enforcement of mechanic’s liens and stop notices. It presents noteworthy and [...]
Refinancing Your Home May Cost You More Than You Think
By Robert Lamm
Thursday, November 17th, 2011
With record low interest rates, homeowners are rushing to refinance their mortgages. With 30-year fixed rates averaging around 4%, who can blame them? Moreover, with many lenders also offering to waive closing costs, it seems like it is just too good to pass up. However, for homeowners that did the right thing by creating an [...]
“Stuff You Already Know”
By James Wakefield
Wednesday, November 16th, 2011
When my youngest daughter was about five years old, I recall one morning I gave her some parental “advice” about something. While my “advice” has been long forgotten by all parties concerned, my wife and I will never forget her response. She looked up with some frustration from her breakfast and asked me, “Are you [...]
Seminar Registration — Legal Review of New California Construction Laws and Effects on Subcontractors & Material Suppliers
By rene
Monday, November 14th, 2011
