Joan Rivers was a trailblazer. She was the first woman to be appointed permanent guest host of The Tonight Show. She was the first woman to host her own talk show. She was funny in a way women hadn't really been funny before. She was unique, and she was deeply mourned...
Bay Area Estate And Tax Planning Law Firm
Month: December 2014
What is an ‘offer in compromise’?
There are a thousand reasons people fall behind on their taxes. There are medical emergencies; loved ones unexpectedly pass away; car and house repairs drain the savings account -- it can be anything that wipes you out financially or even emotionally. And for some of...
When the IRS comes calling, answer with your attorney
Any person who has had to deal directly with the IRS likely knows that it can be a scary and stressful experience. In fact, even people who have never gone through anything like an audit probably know that dealings with the IRS are generally something they want to...
Plain as the nose on your face: Don’t miss common tax deductions
There are so many moving parts to an income tax return that it can be hard to keep track of everything. It isn't unusual for the average taxpayer to be distracted by the difficult details and to miss the easy ones. In some ways, preparing a tax return is like taking a...
What is an ‘executor’ and how do I choose one?
If you’ve never gone through the process of estate planning, some of the terms you hear can sound unfamiliar and even scary. But as with many things in life, a simple explanation can resolve much of the mystery and fear.In today’s post, we’ll discuss...
What is the human element of estate planning?
The majority of parents care a great deal about whether or not their children grow into adults who are defined by character and integrity. Unfortunately, the foundation of “The American Dream” and the most general focus of estate planning processes can...