KEYTLaw - March 2019

PROTECTING YOUR ASSETS

Since we work with many small businesses, our clients are often

curious about the best way to protect their business and other assets. Once a business owner has their LLC in place, that is often their first question. We sat down with Cody Keyt, the KEYTLaw office dog, to learn more about what you can do to protect your most valuable assets in your business and beyond.

It’s important for everyone to protect their assets, and it’s especially important for business owners. What would happen if you weren’t able to run your business anymore? Help yourself and your family by having a plan in place that answers these types of questions. No one wants to think about it, but trust me, it’s worse to leave these matters for your family to take care of.

Hi there! I’m back this month to share some of the things I’ve picked up around the office — other than the mail, that is.

I’ve heard my dad, Ricky, talk a lot about how you can’t wait when it comes to protecting your business. By putting an asset protection plan in place, you help ensure your family members are taken care of without uncertainty after you pass and that your assets won’t be left to the state. Health care documents are a big part of creating this plan. They outline directions for what you want carried out if something were to happen to you. These are not things you’d want to leave a family member to deal with, and by putting your plan into writing, you help ensure your children or relatives won’t be tasked with making that difficult decision.

To learn more about this important topic, text FAP to 72000 to get a free copy of KEYTLaw’s estate planning book called “Family Asset Protection.”

Disclaimer: While Cody is very wise and loyal, he has not attended law school, and his suggestions should not be misconstrued as legal advice. Should you have follow-up questions from this article, reach out to one of the attorneys at our firm. However, if you are looking for friendly greetings or the mail, Cody is the best canine for the job.

OPENING DAY HAMBURGERS

TRAIN YOUR | BRAIN

INGREDIENTS

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4 1/4-inch thick yellow onion slices

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1 pound ground chuck, 80 percent lean 4 soft, white hamburger buns, split

1 teaspoon vegetable oil Salt and pepper, to taste Condiments of your choice

4 1/4-inch thick tomato slices

12–16 pickle rounds

4 small leaves iceberg lettuce

DIRECTIONS

continue cooking until desired doneness, about 1 more minute per side for medium- rare, 2 more per side for medium-well.

1. Lightly grease a small nonstick skillet with oil. Heat over medium-high. 2. While heating, gently shape meat into four patties 3 1/2 inches in diameter. Be careful to handle the meat as little as possible to prevent tough burgers. Season liberally with salt and pepper. 3. Sear patties on each side, about 1 minute per side. Reduce heat to medium-low and

4. Let meat rest for a minimum of 3 minutes.

SOLUTION

5. To assemble, place patty on bottom bun and top with tomato, pickles, lettuce, and onion (in that order). Spread condiments on top half of bun and place on top of onion. Serve. | 3

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