As a business owner, it’s easy to want to sign off on every last document that comes across your desk. But scanning through contracts and agreements that affect your own business could cause you to have a narrow view — focusing too much on the little details and not enough on the important details. Below, […]
The recent eye-popping gains in the crypto-currency are hard to ignore, but the proposition may not be as sexy as it sounds.
Bringing his expertise to the practice of residential, church and commercial insurance law in the Houston area. The Voss Law Firm, P.C. Large-loss property insurance claims can be confusing to anyone. Whether you’re the owner of a restaurant, an executive, or even an attorney, dealing with large-loss insurance claims can be frustrating and difficult to […]
Doug Bend is the founder of Bend Law Group, a law firm focused on advising small businesses and startups. Buying a business is similar to buying a home. If done correctly, it can have a daily positive impact on your life and increase your net worth. But just as you wouldn’t purchase a lemon for a home, if […]
Just six index funds from fund giant Vanguard can boost your returns. But, which six?
Vanguard is the biggest fund company in the land, with more than $3 trillion in assets. So chances are high that many retirement savers have…
Despite a host of concerns, stocks shine, with small caps leading the way.
Sophisticated clients and advisors implement legal tactics to prudently preserve and protect wealth. One strategy growing in popularity is the “self-settled” trust for asset protection — but is it the right move for you?
Many Americans don’t have wills, but should. You can do it yourself online, but consulting a lawyer is often a safer bet.
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Preparing for the death of a spouse or partner and its ramifications may be an unhappy task, but doing so can ease some avoidable financial…
Columnist Kathy Kristof is putting her real money into the market so she can help you be a better investor.
All activities are done with some combination of luck and skill. But when it comes to your money, you want to be more than just…
Do you think Amazon.com (AMZN) is a growth machine like no other? It’s a beast to be sure, with the most recently-reported quarterly top line…
Before you add any of these items to your online shopping cart, be sure you really, really want them.
Save, save, save! That’s the advice everyone has for funding your 401(k) plan. Less is written about how you should invest those dollars you stash…
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Fidelity is home to some of the greatest stock fund managers of all time. At the top of the list is Peter Lynch, who during…
The season of giving is also the season of getting. You’re likely spending lots of money purchasing gifts for friends and loved ones during the…
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. Attorneys have a wealth of knowledge under their belt, but how much do you really know about the matters they’re experts in? From tips that can improve your business to how you can form a better relationship […]
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Warren Buffett aims to hold stocks “forever.” We’re a bit less patient. But we like playing the long game: picking a few solid companies, sticking…
The trick next year will be to avoid losing money.
Some of the deals on November 25 are too good to pass up – even if you’re only shopping for yourself.
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Jeffrey Unger Founder and CEO of eMinutes, a law firm. Jeffrey is a three-time Inc. 5000 […]
These mutual funds have the most assets under management in 401(k) plans, according to BrightScope.
An introduction to the industrial certainty complex, a reminder to stay the course on investments and thoughts on retirement savings.
From automation to concierge-level support of clients, the legal industry is changing, and changing fast. In the last several years, employment opportunities have fluctuated, with the number of legal jobs pre-recession still down by 55,000. We asked three prominent leaders in the field to comment on where they see the legal industry going. Peter Prestley, […]
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Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Doug Bend Doug Bend is the founder of Bend Law Group, a law firm focused on […]
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After their mother’s death, two siblings found that an agent they hired to conduct a sale of belongings did not keep up her end of…
After their mother’s death, two siblings found that an agent they hired to conduct a sale of belongings did not keep up her end of…
These words of advice may have been true in the past, but they aren’t legally benefitting you or your business anymore.
Social Security provides critical benefits to more than 50 million people a year; almost 170 million workers contribute a chunk of their paycheck, to the…
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by James Goodnow Attorney James Goodnow, a Harvard Law graduate, is a shareholder at Fennemore Craig, […]
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. You’ve graduated from law school, accepted an offer, and are ready to kick-start your legal career. But while it may look like it’s smooth sailing from here, you still have a long road ahead of you, with plenty […]
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Dividing an estate unevenly is likely to result in hurt feelings at the least. But honest discussions ahead of time can solve many problems.
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. From employee wages to privacy regulations, businesses face a dizzying number of potential legal issues these days. And while it […]
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Whether you need temporary help on a new project or you’re looking to hire someone based on a […]
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Providing legal commentary to the media is an invaluable way to educate your local community, and maybe even […]
Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. As a business owner, you’ve got a lot on your plate. Creating documents tailored to all your various legal […]
Theater fans longing to see the sold-out show will need loads of money, patience or luck to get a seat.
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. As your company continues to grow, you may start wondering whether it’s time to hire in-house counsel. Between acquisitions, contracts, personnel and finances, an in-house attorney could handle nearly all of your business’s growing legal matters, and may […]
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You may be able to set up a scholarship fund through a college or community foundation, or support educational programs through a charity that specializes…
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Wealthy people with complicated estates need much more than a simple will. But many Americans don’t need a will at all.
When you bike to work, it might feel like your commute is uphill both ways — until you realize the added weight you’re carrying is…
Experienced chief legal officers & law firm partners from Forbes Legal Council offer firsthand insights on legal issues. From the day you first open the doors to your new business, having an attorney you trust to help you navigate legal issues is crucial. Whether they’re providing guidance on intellectual property or helping you craft an […]
Chair of Stevens & Lee’s Energy, Communications and Public Utility Group and creator of The Connection College. Lawyers with large books of business are considered law firm royalty. In this economy, many skilled lawyers find themselves worried about job security because while developing the skills to become a great lawyer, they had little time to […]
Finding yourself with an extra stash of cash–whether it’s a bonus, a gift, an inheritance or simply savings that have languished in a low-interest account–…
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Award-winning Michigan personal injury lawyer and the managing partner and lead trial attorney at Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. Running a law firm is no different than running any other type of business. Even though the legal business is a service business, the operational aspects should be treated similarly to other business enterprises, like retail stores, online […]
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There’s a visceral appeal to buying stocks that can be picked up for a song, but companies with low-priced shares are often risky bets. Whether…
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Share to email Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin Share to google Forbes Legal Council Successful chief legal execs & law firm partners share legal insights Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Post written by Matthew Digesti Chief Legal Officer at Bristlecone Holdings, a FinTech startup financing underserved consumers in niche […]
Award-winning Michigan personal injury lawyer and the managing partner and lead trial attorney at Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. If you are a lawyer who is looking for an excellent marketing strategy to distinguish your firm from the competition, consider writing your own published materials. A well-written guide or handbook is not only an educational tool but a great resource […]
Award-winning Michigan personal injury lawyer and the managing partner and lead trial attorney at Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. When a colleague’s law firm was successfully sued by a former paralegal for unpaid overtime, I immediately began investigating whether my firm was violating state or federal overtime pay laws. The last thing that I needed was to […]
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Chief Legal Officer at OpenView; previously the inaugural Director for the Center for Law and Entrepreneurship at Villanova Law School. Recent data indicates that the venture financing market may have hit a peak in 2015. While valuations are up for the year, the fourth quarter numbers were down in terms of capital invested. And more alarmingly, […]
Every law firm should be prepared for the worst.
We’ve got tips to ease the burden of finding the right rubber to keep your ride safe.
Reducing your taxable income is one of the most effective ways to lower your taxes, with some moves doing double duty as both deductions themselves…
Saving for retirement in a company 401(k) plan is a smart choice. Not only can you put away thousands of dollars of your own pre-tax…
Investors have a love-hate relationship with low-priced stocks. Most institutions avoid stocks that sell in the single digits, mainly because they are hard to trade…
Reducing your taxable income is one of the most effective ways to lower your taxes, with some moves doing double duty as both deductions themselves…
When a stock costs less than dinner at a fast-food joint, there’s almost always a reason. The company may be losing money, experimenting with unproven…
Last week we began our tour of historic home makeovers around the nation with a look at renovations in the Northeast. This week we explore…
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The freight train ride that stocks have taken investors on has many wondering.
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It’s easy to overlook some bountiful opportunities, so take a moment to investigate all your company has to offer.
From smart income generation to Social Security benefits to taxes, here are three things a solid plan can help every retiree take charge of.
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Under the new tax law, families with a 529 college-savings plan can now roll that money into a tax-friendly ABLE account to help a child…
Amazon, JPMorgan and Warren Buffett’s Berkshire threaten to disrupt health care — and disrupt the stocks market in the process on Tuesday.
Tax cuts passed late last year are among the factors that will juice returns for industrials in 2018.
Millennials came of age as the housing bubble burst and lenders put credit in a vise. Now we make up the largest group of home…
U.S. stocks posted stellar results, but foreign stocks did even better.
Cars cost more, but automakers are offering generous incentives to lure you into the showroom.
These tools guard your smart gadgets and your identity.
The reason: You can’t help but build savings as you pay down a mortgage.
As the Roth turns 20, the new tax law gives it an edge for savers.
New rules make it easier to leave money in the low-cost Thrift Savings Plan.
Remember that everything you post on social media is public, no matter what your privacy settings.
Liz Ann Sonders, chief investment strategist at Charles Schwab, says women know who they are as investors — for example, whether they’re aggressive or risk-averse.
If you put your credit reports on ice, watch out for these slippery spots.
When it comes to recommendations for your finances, we strive to be staunchly nonpartisan.
Warning signs are flashing, but no one has the slightest idea when a bull market — or a bear market, for that matter — will…
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There are many reform proposals, including some from free-market think tanks.
How to tell if you’ve saved enough to retire when you want, and what to do if you haven’t.
The fund company has diversified into new businesses, but it is not abandoning its stock-picking roots.
Investors can expect higher earnings and more generous dividends.
Knowing what your rights are and what airlines typically offer to keep customers happy can help get you on your way sooner.
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The market ran so fast that the relatively conservative portfolio of Kiplinger’s Practical Investor simply couldn’t keep up.
Closed-end funds are complicated, but their yields make them worth a look.
Our tips on negotiating strategies and getting a new ride that will hold its value well.
Index funds have been the stars of the bull market. But investors may get a nasty surprise in the next bear market.
All is not lost for those who start saving fiercely later in life.
The Federal Reserve is slowly turning the volume back up on interest rates. For some, there’s a silver lining.
Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan have teamed up to provide more affordable health care for their employees. But little else is known about this new…
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Unless you’ve covered your bases, the cost of health care and long-term care could break your retirement bank. But before you throw up your hands…
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Taking the plunge into retirement is something that comes with a lot of different emotions and expectations. Make sure you and your spouse are on…
Contributing to a young worker’s Roth IRA can help a student start saving for retirement, although the timing of this gift could affect financial aid…
If you don’t own commodities, add them. If you do … add a little more.
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Following a brutal two-day plunge, the Dow Jones industrial average regained ground on Tuesday to the delight of stock market bulls.
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Bonding over books or bocce can spark important conversations and help stave off depression in retirement.
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The new policy goes into effect in 2019. Older divorces can be modified to follow the new rules–if both parties agree.
Still want to tap your home equity and deduct the interest? Options remain.
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