If you say “Between you and me”, you have a lot of company. However, “Between You and Me” is actually the correct structure. Why do so many of us say “Between you and me”? I guess at some point, maybe around age 8, you said something to your mom like, “Jimmy and I are going […]

I’ve been wondering, as I’m sure you have wondered, how long it would take for the government to crack down on mortgage brokers who are responsible for at least part of the collapse of the subprime mortgage industry. After following various newspaper accounts for this information, it’s finally happening, with more to come. The problem […]

I recently read an amazing book called Human Fabric. He resonated so strongly with me that I just had to find and talk to the author himself, Bijoy Goswami. Although it’s a rare privilege to speak with an author who has a dramatic effect on your life, it’s worth noting that Bijoy is more than […]

Neuroscientists estimate that around 83% of students and 76% of executives are unaware of the link between knowing and doing. It’s called the “critical thinking” step. Use it or lose it. My dad used to say, “Anything for nothing? Take it back, kid.” At the end of this blog, you’ll find a free, no-strings offer […]

Choosing car breakdown coverage is an important decision. Having good coverage makes all the difference when you and your family are stuck in bad weather in the dark in some remote location, or when you’re on your way to a business meeting or to catch a ferry. Are you going to be helped efficiently and […]

This is a question that invariably comes up when Christians are confronted with people who lean more toward scientific views and evidence. So this is an article that will try to shed light based on scriptures and scientific evidence. Before I lose you, keep in mind that God set the laws of physics in motion, […]

Planning how your estate will be divided, distributed, and disposed of doesn’t just mean creating a last will and testament or setting up a trust for someone. Estate planning also means preparing for the unexpected, such as becoming ill with a terminal illness or becoming disabled later in life. In this sense, you will need […]

Get a tax deduction for donating a non-cash asset: IOU gifts Illiquid financial asset A financial asset that is difficult to sell due to its cost, lack of interested buyers, or some other reason is called “illiquid”. Examples of illiquid assets include: Restricted and private shares, LLCs and limited partnership interests, deeds and mortgages, notes, […]

I have often fantasized about the ability to shape the world I live in simply with my imagination. Even as a child, I found my existence a bit too immutable, too concrete for my liking. I played games where I imagined myself traveling to amazing new worlds or transforming into wondrous flying creatures long before […]

Introduction Why become a founder? What are some of the things you can do to become a successful founder? Having worked extensively with founders as a startup lawyer in Silicon Valley for many years and having built my own business as well, I have some advice to share on these points. Tips on why you […]