Author Archives: John

Chilifest

Time for CHILIFEST! Be sure to stop by Evergreen Washelli in Bothell tonight between 5:30 – 7:30 pm to eat and vote for your favorite chili! Ours of course. The event is free to attend, but every $1 or nonperishable food item people donate will get them one vote for “People’s Choice.” All proceeds benefitContinue Reading

Asset Protection?

One thing I see frequently with business clients is that many overlook basic recordkeeping tasks.  Often there are no annual meeting minutes, no consents to corporate actions, no stock certificates and no other way to know who has an ownership interest; and sometimes I find clients haven’t even kept their licensing updated and the companyContinue Reading

New Video!

Own your own business?  Want to sell it someday?  Check out John’s latest interview on Brashenomics for more information.

Role of the Executor

The role of the executor is to administer a person’s estate according to the Will.  In Washington State any person age eighteen or over may act as an executor.  The executor, also called a personal representative, is generally named in a person’s Will and is often a surviving spouse or other family member.  In certainContinue Reading

How Does Bankruptcy Affect My Credit Score?

Many people avoid bankruptcy because they worry about their credit score.  Yes, bankruptcy may damage your credit score and can stay on a credit report for up to ten years. However, not paying your bills, allowing your debt to go to collections, or suffering a foreclosure may do even more damage. A bankruptcy can stayContinue Reading