• STEPPED-UP-BASIS: Save thousands on Capital Gains

    Before we jump into the confusing and sometimes convoluted world of taxes, gains, and trusts; let’s start with something easy, you know, like introducing ourselves. I’ll start! My name is Ruben J. Martinez, and as many of you know I am RJM Lawyer. Practice wise, I do a lot of things, but mostly, I do

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  • No Demand Letter is Better than a Bad One!

    DISCLAIMER: As always, my blogs are aimed at providing general information, not legal advice. Always consult an attorney when making a decision as to legal matters. Enjoy! You just stamped, sealed, and dropped your letter off into the mailbox. Truth be told, you’re feeling pretty good about the fact that that two-face double-crossing, good-for-nothing contractor

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  • Why Attorney Letterheads Matter!

    The power of perception plays a vital role in our society, both personally and professionally. Just think, in the first few seconds of meeting someone, you’ve already formulated an opinion about them. Crazy, right? And no, it’s not based on empirical evidence. But on factors like how he or she dresses, walks, talks, and even

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