Have you used one of the short-term rental apps to find a weekend cabin or beach house for your annual vacation? If you have a vacation home or rental property, you may have even considered listing it for short-term rentals. However, you may have also realized that...
Living in harmony with your neighbors is often a fulfilling experience. However, disputes can sometimes arise, testing this tranquility. One common cause of disagreement is the boundary line that separates your properties. Boundary disputes in Washington can cause...
Parents of children with disabilities often utilize a special needs trust to plan for the financial future of their child. These SNTs are able to manage the beneficiary’s assets while still allowing them to remain eligible for public benefits. Medicaid and Supplement...
Estate planning is a crucial step to ensure that your assets and property get distributed according to your wishes after your death. Many people wonder when they should begin the estate planning process, and the simple answer is that it is never too early to start....
Parents often hesitate when sharing the details of their estate planning with their adult children. Historically, parents have done this to avoid hurting their children’s feelings, avoiding requests for money now and, naturally, the difficulty of thinking of...
If you own real estate, ads from curious buyers might frequently arrive in your mail. You are likely wondering about the nature of these potential purchasers. The answer is that these are untrustworthy actors looking to dupe unsuspecting sellers. Several revelations...
Launching a business can be exciting and intimidating, especially for new entrepreneurs. A crucial decision involves what entity to form for the new company. An intelligent choice of ownership structure can lay the foundation for success or struggle in a business....
Finding yourself in a tax controversy with the IRS can be a daunting and complex experience. Although tax controversies are stressful, there are ways you can approach your dispute with IRS and pursue a favorable outcome to your case. It can be helpful to understand...
Inheriting property is exciting, especially if you have the opportunity to make some extra income. However, it can get complicated when you are a co-beneficiary. Not everyone who has an interest in real estate has the same ideas about leasing it out. These are reasons...
Property disputes can arise for a number of reasons, from a fence crossing over established boundaries to your neighbor's septic tank contaminating your land. While it only seems cordial to exchange words with your neighbor before escalating the matter, you should...
