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How To Protect Your Legacy In a Blended Family

Anyone who’s seen an episode of “Modern Family” knows that families these days come in many different shapes and sizes. Long gone are the days when a “family” was defined as a mother, father and two children. The new normal is the blended family.

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Joe Starsia Joe Starsia

Avoid These 3 Mistakes When Choosing a Successor for Your Business

Selecting the individual to lead your business after you step down is a huge decision. It's not merely about finding someone who mirrors your personality or whom you favor personally. Rather, the crux lies in identifying a successor who possesses the right qualifications plus the vision and capabilities to steer your company toward continued success.

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Pam Starsia Pam Starsia

Understanding the Intersection of Love and Law

Love is wonderful—joyful moments, shared dreams for the future, and yes, some legal considerations too. For married couples, the law has default provisions in place for what happens to your assets if one of you dies, but those default plans may not align with your personal preferences or the life you’ve built with your partner.

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Pam Starsia Pam Starsia

Purpose Over Profit: Elevate Your Business Above Your Competitors

In the bustling bazaar of today’s market, where every brand is vying for attention, guess what truly makes you sparkle? It’s not just the bells and whistles of your offerings but the heart and soul you pour into your brand. Yes, I’m talking about that magical connection that happens when your business becomes a reflection of your deepest values and purpose. Let’s dive into how embedding your heart and values into your brand can transform your business into a magnet for like-minded customers and employees and set you apart from your competitors.

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Joe Starsia Joe Starsia

3 Estate Planning Documents Your Parents Need

As your parents gracefully navigate their golden years, ensuring their peace of mind (and yours!) becomes a priority. One of the very best things you can do for your own future, and that of your entire future lineage - your children, grandchildren, and beyond - is to take great care of the people you were born to or raised by.

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Joe Starsia Joe Starsia

13 Ways to Show Your Finances Some Love This Year - Part 2

Last week we explored seven ways to show your finances and your family some love with smart, tax-advantaged financial tips for the new year. This week, we are continuing the financial love with 6 more tips you can use to benefit your family this month and the year ahead.

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Pam Starsia Pam Starsia

How To Protect Your Trade Secrets With Team Members

Congratulations on building a successful business! You've poured your time, energy, and resources into developing products or services, along with the systems and strategies that drive them forward. But what happens when a key employee or contractor announces their departure?

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Pam Starsia Pam Starsia

3 Business Tax Mistakes to Avoid This Tax Season

Ah tax season – That time of year when we’re required to get our ducks in a row whether we’re ready or not. And as a small business owner, there are extra pieces of your tax filing puzzle you need to watch out for to make sure you’re not only following the law but also getting the most tax savings for your business.

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Joe Starsia Joe Starsia

13 Ways to Show Your Finances Some Love This Year - Part 1

While thoughtful financial planning doesn’t sound as fun as a fancy night out or a night in with Netflix, making smart planning decisions with your assets is one of the best gifts you can give – and a gift that keeps giving over time.

This week, we explore seven tax planning tips that not only secure your financial future but also spread love and prosperity to those you cherish most.

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Pam Starsia Pam Starsia

5 Reasons Why a Lawyer Is Better Than Legal Templates

In the whirlwind of launching your dream business, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement and innovation that fuel your days. Amidst this buzz, it's tempting to look for shortcuts, especially when it comes to the less thrilling aspects of entrepreneurship, like setup of your legal entity, board resolutions, legal agreements, and compliance matters across the board.

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