
Should Churches Incorporate
While the process of incorporation is not required for a church to function, there are situations where it may be a good idea for

Why Small Businesses Should Work with an Accountant
The April tax deadline is not the only important fiscal date for small businesses. Many people who own businesses must also make estimated tax payments

Employee Handbook vs. Policy and Procedure Manual: What’s the Difference?
As an employer in the Commonwealth of Virginia, knowing the difference between a handbook and a policy manual and using them appropriately can create a

How the Eviction Process Works in Virginia
Eviction isn’t as simple as telling a tenant to get out. Tenants have many legal rights and as a landlord in the Commonwealth of Virginia,

Lifetime QTIP Trusts: The Gift That Keeps Giving
Estate planning for married couples can be tricky when one spouse is significantly wealthier than the other, and each spouse wants different beneficiaries to ultimately

Minimizing Tax Liabilities and Managing Family Wealth
Families with high net worth can maximize their wealth preservation and minimize their tax liability through a number of legal strategies. However, tax laws continually

Medicare vs. Medicaid: What’s the Difference?
LASA stands for “look-alike-sound-alike” and is commonly used when referencing medications in healthcare. Both Medicare and Medicaid were started in 1965 under Lyndon B. Johnson’s

Estate Planning Is More Than Just Death Planning
You may think of estate planning as just instructions on how to distribute your assets when you pass away, but the truth is that proper

An Overview of Setting up a Trust and Selecting a Trustee
The wealthy aren’t the only ones who use trusts. Rather than focusing on wealth, they serve a variety of purposes and solve specific problems. Do