Many people in New Jersey have an entrepreneurial spirit and a gem of an idea, and they will decide to start their own small business. When doing so, they will have to select a business structure. The following is an overview of some common business structures new...
Establishing a limited liability company to anonymously purchase property was a method to launder illegal money until recently. A new law passed last year, the Corporate Transparency Act, closed loopholes. But new legal requirements could impact and delay real estate...
A criminal charge can be a life-altering experience. Whether it is for drug possession or fraud, assault or murder, a criminal charge can change the way a New Jersey resident lives their life and experiences their rights. As soon as they are charged, they can choose...
Power of attorney is one of the most important estate planning documents a person can create. A POA is a legal document that grants authority to an individual to make financial and potentially medical decisions for another person upon incapacitation. For those wishing...
In New Jersey, a common concern for property owners is the hefty taxes that they pay. The current and ongoing health crisis is making it increasingly difficult for residents, so much so that the state’s congressional delegation is asking for concessions as part of the...
Just about everyone is looking to save money one way or another. Unfortunately, for many people estate planning falls pretty low on the totem pole of priorities, so they often skip out on seeking assistance from a skilled estate planning attorney. Some people choose...
When a family is thinking about purchasing a home in New Jersey, they are probably considering how many bedrooms and bathrooms they would like, whether there is adequate outdoor space and the neighborhood amenities. They may not consider whether their loved ones will...
Estate planning can get complicated fast because there are so many options, and because there are so many options, appropriate estate planning is highly individualized. After all, everyone has different wants, needs and income levels. This is why one-size-fits-all...
Even in states that have legalized or decriminalized the use, possession, buying, or selling of marijuana still means that it is a federal crime. Federal law still proscribes that marijuana is a controlled substance, on the same level as cocaine or heroin. One is...
When it comes to estate planning, people sometimes get confused about what will get taxed and how it will affect their estate once they are gone. No matter how well-intentioned you are about bequests, not considering all tax angles beforehand can lead to a smaller...