As the federal government fails to provide additional financial stimulus support to businesses, Governor Gavin Newsom announced during a press conference Monday that California will provide temporary tax relief and grants for eligible businesses impacted by COVID-19 restrictions. The temporary tax relief entails an automatic three-month income tax extension for taxpayers filing less than $1 million in…
By Angela Copeland This week, we will celebrate Thanksgiving. Normally, it’s an opportunity to gather together with loved ones, eat way too much good food, and watch a little football. It’s typically an opportunity to express gratitude for our good fortune. This year, it’s a little different. The pandemic and 2020 have created a challenging…
While this year’s holiday season may look vastly different than years past, Black Friday is still considered to be the biggest shopping day of the year. From 0% financing to “Employee Pricing,” this year’s car deals can save you thousands of dollars on a new vehicle. Whether you are shopping online or staying socially distant…
A Greater Los Angeles Facebook group, SGV Eats, on Monday unveiled the dynamic line-up for Eat SGV Week, the first of many food-centric extravaganzas to be held Dec. 7-13 across the San Gabriel Valley (SGV). The SGV is recognized as a mecca for Asian cuisine and thriving food culture. The weeklong event has over 20…
Owners, government officials and residents question the decision By Terry Miller Last Wednesday, L.A. County Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer said that by early December the county of 10 million people could reach a daily average of 4,000 cases that would require restaurants to only offer takeout meals. She claimed that the outcome was inevitable….
As new COVID-19 cases remain at alarming levels and the number of people hospitalized continue to increase, Los Angeles County will suspend dining at restaurants, breweries, wineries and bars as the five-day average of new cases increased to more than 4,000 cases. The change will take effect Wednesday at 10 p.m. “To reduce the possibility for…
By Angela Copeland Maintaining a healthy work-life balance has always been important. In the past, finding balance was easier. It was obvious when you left your work world and entered your home. It was clear when you weren’t balancing your time well. For the most part, I would argue that maintaining a healthy work-life balance…
How did we get from having to phone a licensed broker in order to place a trade to where we are now? Today, anyone with a computer or smart phone can spend less than a minute and make a transaction in the securities market. Plus, they can check their accounts, view portfolios, examine profitability stats…
By Jean D. Koehler As we continue to manage life under the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, you might find that you need to re-think some of your holiday plans. Family gatherings, office parties, gift giving, and other aspects of the season may require a different approach to effectively manage the continuing health risks. Balancing…
The green lock icon used to be a sign of security, but recent reports show that many hackers are now using free security certificate services to add this little icon to fake sites, allowing them to take advantage of users. According to Bob Maley, CSO of NormShield, “The bad actors are getting these phishing domains…
