Tax Law Lessons: Mark Zuckerberg’s Charitable Pledge
Originally published in the Portland Business Journal on March 11, 2016 Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Facebook, has pledged to put 99 percent of his stock in Facebook toward advancing human potential and promoting equality. The value of his stock currently stands at...
Tax Law: Five Tips to Help with Your Tax Bill When You Can’t Pay in Full
What if you didn’t pay your tax bill in full on April 15? Don’t panic but don’t ignore the problem either. If you speak with any banker or financial advisor, they will tell you this is a common problem, especially if it is a cash flow issue. (1) File your...
Portland estate planning question: I received an inheritance. What should I do?
According to estimates given by MetLife, two-thirds of baby boomer households will receive some inheritance over their lifetimes, with a median amount of $64,000. For many families, this is a substantial amount of wealth and families struggle with knowing how to view...