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“ADR” is the acronym for Alternative Dispute Resolution — usually mediation and/or binding arbitration as a means of resolving legal disputes.  BFAS has been promoting ADR instead of litigation, especially…

January 2017 There is no shortage of helpful year-end advice for small business owners.  Yet, for many of my clients, December is already too busy with holidays and vacations to…

The City of Santa Barbara has released the Draft New Zoning Ordinance (NZO) for public review and comment.  We want to give you a brief summary of the proposed modifications…

If you are a homeowner, chances are you have heard about the recent change in California law regarding Accessory Dwelling Units.  Housing production in California has not kept up with…

President Trump’s recently released 2017 Tax Reform for Economic Growth and American Jobs seeks to do away with federal estate taxes, or what many refer to as the “death tax.”…

The IRS has issued a new Revenue Procedure that provides a simplified procedure for surviving spouses that missed the 9-month deadline to file an estate tax return (Form 706) and…

Cyber-attacks and data breaches have increased in recent years, creating risks for consumers and businesses alike.  From 2012 to 2015, the California Office of the Attorney General (“Attorney General”) received…

Hospitality Santa Barbara recently hosted an Elected Officials Reception. This event introduced new city officials to hospitality business owners and the Santa Barbara community.  Managing Partner, Trevor Large, is Board…

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Taxes… Taxes… Taxes are at the forefront of our conversation.  Are you a winner or a loser under the new paradigm?  How do you better your positioning; change your business…