A small history lesson on our Presidents of USA!
1. George Washington1789 - 1797Federalist2. John Adams1797 - 1801Federalist3. Thomas Jefferson1801 - 1809Democratic - Republican4. James Madison1809 - 1817Democratic - Republican5. James Monroe1817...
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Sometimes Silence is a Really Good Answer
1. Physical (Health & Body)Your body is the foundation for everything else.Why it matters: Good health allows you to work, play, travel, and enjoy life.Examples: Nutrition, exercise, sleep, medical...
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The Places That I Have Been!
Europe (Nordics, Alps, Western Europe, Mediterranean)Caribbean (multiple islands, not just one)Latin America (Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Cuba, DR)Middle East (UAE)South & East Asia (India, Sri Lanka,...
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My Personal Finance Calendar - Q2: April – June | Taxes & Mid-Year Check
File taxes by April 15 (or extension + payment)Make last-chance IRA / education account contributionsPay Q1 (Apr 15) & Q2 (Jun 15) estimated taxes if requiredUpdate home inventory & estate planMid...
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Tax Advice for the Professional / Business-Owner
The more you earn, the more expensive bad tax planning becomes.At higher income levels, saving even 5–10% in taxes annually can mean six figures over time. For professionals and business owners,...
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The 3 Big Tax Advantages of an HSA & Why People Love them!
1️⃣ Tax-deductible contributionsMoney you put in reduces your taxable income. 2️⃣ Tax-free growthAny interest, dividends, or investment gains grow tax-free. 3️⃣ Tax-free withdrawalsAs long as you...
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Some Common Tax Savings People Miss
Most tax savings aren’t exotic—they’re overlooked basics:Not maxing tax-advantaged accountsSmall Business Retirement plans, HSAs, and IRAs reduce taxes immediately or later.Timing of taxable...
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You Probably Need a Lawyer Like Me When ...
Money is at stakeYou want to sue—or think that you mightYou’ve been injured or involved in an accidentYou’re getting calls from personal injury runners and telemarketers or adjustersYou’re dealing...
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What word defines me as a lawyer?
work·horse | \ ˈwərk-ˌhȯrs Definition of workhorse 1 : a horse used chiefly for labor as distinguished from driving, riding, or racing (1): a person who performs most of the work of a group task...
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My Goals for 2026
Every year for the past 5 or so years, I have tried to improve my happiness and personality.Attached are my goals for this year, and here are my intentions from the years in the past! Goals 2025...
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My Personal Finance Calendar - Q1: January – March | Foundation & Cleanup
Get financially fit:Pay down high-interest debtBuild / confirm 3–6 month emergency fundUpdate financial snapshot:Cash flow statementNet worth statementReview & rebalance investments; align with...
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How can a lawyer help you not get financially taken advantage of?
1. Emotional Containment (Before You Make It Worse) When someone feels exploited, the danger isn’t just the loss—it’s the reaction. A lawyer:Absorbs your anger so you don’t act impulsivelyReframes...
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Make a Fixer-Upper Your Dream Home or Rental Property for Income: What to Know
Imagine walking into a house that has been on the market for 11 months and in need of little TLC. Many dream of transforming such a property into a home, or rental property. The temptation to spend...
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What a Lawyer Actually Does!
As a good lawyer, I try to do this: Spot issues before they become expensive problemsExplains consequences before you’re stuckProtects your rights and leverages themHandle communication so you don...
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The greatest compliment you can give is a referral!
After 15 years of practicing law, I’ve learned that the most meaningful measure of success isn’t a settlement, or a large amount of praise—it’s a referral. When a client refers a friend, family...
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