Asset Protection

BOI Reporting: The Corporate Transparency Act May Impact You

Published on: January 7, 2024 | by Rarick & Bowden Gold

By Jacqueline Bowden Gold, Esq.

If you have a LLC, corporation or partnership this article summarizes critical information about the new Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), that took effect on January 1, 2024. The new law requires persons with such interests to file a report with the federal government and imposes significant penalties for failure to comply.

The CTA is designed to enhance transparency in the business world to combat money laundering, corruption, and other illicit financial activities. Unfortunately, by casting such a large net, it imposes burdensome reporting requirements on the small business owner and real estate investor. Here are the 5 key parts you need to know.

Asset Protection Checklist For Married Professionals

Published on: October 17, 2022 | by Rarick & Bowden Gold

Asset Protection Checklist For Married Professionals

By Phil Rarick, Esq., and Jacqueline Bowden Gold, Esq., Miami Asset Protection Attorneys

If you have creditor threat, do you know what assets are easily exposed to creditors? Do you know what assets are already protected by Florida law? Take this three minute survey for a quick assessment.

Asset Protection Checklist For Single Professionals

Published on: October 17, 2022 | by Rarick & Bowden Gold

Asset Protection Checklist For Single Professionals

By Phil Rarick, Esq. & Jacqueline Bowden Gold, Esq., Miami Asset Protection Attorneys

asset protection checklist for single professionials
Florida has good laws to protect your business, real estate investments, and equity investments. Are you taking advantage of these laws? Take this three-minute survey for a quick assessment.

Beware of Florida Trust 6-Month Statute of Limitations

Published on: September 5, 2022 | by Rarick & Bowden Gold

By Phillip B. Rarick, Miami Trust Attorney and Hannah S. Rarick, J.D. Candidate

Florida’s short 6-month statute of limitations on a trust accounting can be a sand trap for the qualified beneficiary of a Florida trust. Here are some quick tips based upon our years of experience as Miami Trust attorneys.

Statutory Language

Contract Review: Does Covid-19 Excuse Performance?

Published on: April 21, 2020 | by Rarick & Bowden Gold

by: Phillip B. Rarick, Esq.

We have been helping small business owners survive and thrive – in good times and bad – for over 25 years. Here is how we may be able to help you in this current challenging business environment.

1. Contract Review and Force Majeure. A Force Majeure clause is a standard clause in many contracts. If you have a contract you are trying to get out of – or the reverse – if you have a person trying to nullify performance under your existing contract the interpretation of the “Force Majeure” clause will be a determining factor.

The Paycheck Protection Fund Is Dry – But Don’t Give Up!

Published on: April 20, 2020 | by Rarick & Bowden Gold

by: Phillip B. Rarick, Esq.

Here is the good news/bad news I received from my bank today regarding my Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Application: The good news: your application has been approved; the bad: the SBA is out of money and you must wait for Congress to refund the program!

Although I have heard of a few small businesses that have received funding I am guessing that most persons reading this letter have encountered similar frustrations. Note: if you have received funding, please so reply.

Special 2020 Asset Protection Checklist

Published on: April 20, 2020 | by Rarick & Bowden Gold

by: Phillip B. Rarick, Esq.

The Covid-19 Pandemic has changed the world as we know it and presented daunting challenges we have not encountered in our life time. It requires a total review of your estate plan and business entities to assure you are taking full advantage of Florida laws designed to protect your family and business.

The hard new reality: What plan was best for you prior to 2020 may not be what is best for you today

Durable Power of Attorney from Don Lewis to Carole Baskin

Published on: April 17, 2020 | by Rarick & Bowden Gold

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DURABLE POWER OF ATTORNEY FROM DON LEWIS TO CAROLE BASKIN dated November 21, 1996

5 Quick Tips On Maxing Out Loan Forgiveness

Published on: April 17, 2020 | by Rarick & Bowden Gold

by: attorney Phillip B. Rarick

You can always count on the Americans to do the right thing – after they’ve tried everything else. – Winston Churchill.

Millions of small business owners and self-employed have filed for loans under the Paycheck Protection Program because part or all of the loan can be forgiven if you retain your employees and maintain their salary levels.

Stimulus Checks Update: How Much? When?

Published on: April 16, 2020 | by Rarick & Bowden Gold

How Much?

Here is an updated calculator from Turbotax: Stimulus Check Calculator

When Will Checks Arrive?