On behalf of Schmidt & Yee, P.C. | May 18, 2020 | Firm News
If you own a business, you may be wondering if you should be looking into a non-compete agreement. Non-compete agreements are binding contracts between employer and employee to protect business interests. However, having a valid non-compete agreement is not simple....
On behalf of Schmidt & Yee, P.C. | Apr 30, 2020 | Firm News
Easement rights enable you to use a portion of another landowner’s property. The most common use is driving through a neighbor’s property to access a landlocked home or business. When a real estate transaction occurs, an existing easement usually transfers...
On behalf of Schmidt & Yee, P.C. | Apr 13, 2020 | Firm News
Whether after experiencing the death of a spouse or a divorce, many people today find themselves in love again and ready to say “I do” to another spouse. Before getting married, however, partners should take the time to have candid conversations about...
On behalf of Schmidt & Yee, P.C. | Apr 2, 2020 | Firm News
Most people in Oregon do not expect their financial debts to outlive them. However, MSN.com reports that almost 75% of Americans will owe an average of $61,000 to creditors after death. Those with an estate plan and those considering implementing one should take a...
On behalf of Schmidt & Yee, P.C. | Mar 30, 2020 | Firm News
If you are looking for personal gratification, professional success and financial security, starting a business may be high on your priority list. After all, not only is providing in-demand goods or services important to the modern economy, but it is also an effective...
On behalf of Schmidt & Yee, P.C. | Mar 23, 2020 | Firm News
By definition, a pour-over will is one in which you instruct your executor to pour over all of the probate assets you own at your death into one or more trusts that you established during your lifetime. In other words, your pour-over will designates only your trust(s)...
On behalf of Schmidt & Yee, P.C. | Mar 10, 2020 | Firm News
Oregon does have an estate tax, but not every estate must pay that tax. When planning your estate plan, there are ways to determine whether or not your loved ones will pay the tax. There are other considerations that can help limit the amount owed upon your passing. ...
On behalf of Schmidt & Yee, P.C. | Feb 27, 2020 | Firm News
Estate planning is an important step in anyone’s life in Oregon, especially as they are nearing their later years in life. If you are currently working on your last will and testament, you may be trying to figure out how to guarantee that your pet will continue...
On behalf of Schmidt & Yee, P.C. | Feb 13, 2020 | Firm News
Health care professionals have long encouraged adult patients to establish advance care directives early. This important estate planning document allows individuals to provide clear instructions about what types of life-sustaining treatments they do and do not want...
On behalf of Schmidt & Yee, P.C. | Feb 6, 2020 | Firm News
Retiring in Oregon leaves open the days for beautiful scenery, lazy days fishing or spending time with loved ones. Before you file for retirement, it is a good idea to look at your estate plan. The two plans go hand-in-hand to help you relax during the remaining days...
