General enrollment period for Medicare
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Social Security programs touch the lives of more than 71 million people. We work hard to ensure critical benefits and…
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Building Dreams, Shaping Cities: WORLDBEX 2024 Celebrates Filipino Builders Drawn to Ascendancy
Manila, Philippines – January 19, 2024 – The World of Building and Construction Expo (WORLDBEX) returns for its 27th edition, this time soaring to new heights under the theme “Drawn…
Skyworth Philippines Recognized Post-Pandemic Heroes Through The Sky Hero Awards
Alongside the launching of Gabbi Garcia as its newest brand endorser, Skyworth Philippines, partnered with the Junior Chamber International (JCI), also recognized its awardees for the Sky Hero Awards in…
EyeCon of EyeCare TV: Skyworth launched Gabbi Garcia as its brand endorser
Skyworth Philippines announced the official launch of Gabbi Garcia as its first and newest brand endorser. The event occurred at Alta Guia in Taguig on January 12, 2024. Guests were encouraged…
[COLUMN] Junk fees are illegal in California
A lot of attention has been focused on so-called “junk fees,” hidden fees that often take consumers by surprise in the final stages of a transaction. A new law from…
[COLUMN] Get out of debt now safely and legally
ARE you sick and tired of being in debt and having bad credit? Do you want to start over but simply don’t know where to begin? Is filing bankruptcy an…
[COLUMN] The duty to provide complete and accurate financial disclosure in a California divorce
Couples that are going through the divorce process in California should understand that the Family Code and the Family Courts requires that they provide complete and accurate disclosure to the…
5 things to know when your child with disabilities turns 18
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada When your child turns 18 years old, they legally become an adult. This is an important time to consider their…
10 resources to help entrepreneurs jumpstart their new year’s business resolutions
by Elmy Bermejo IF your New Year’s Resolution is to embark on your entrepreneur journey, whether it is taking the leap to start your business, open a storefront, or purchase…
[COLUMN] Worried about IRS tax problems?
IRS problems have a way of ruining all aspects of your life. They can take a toll on you financially, emotionally, and physically. When you owe the IRS, you’re always…
[COLUMN] Is it time to update your California revocable trust?
IT is a good idea to review your existing revocable trust if the terms and provisions are still current. A revocable living trust is a cornerstone of a comprehensive estate…
PH BOOTH AT CES 2024 IN LAS VEGAS
The Philippine government, through the combined efforts of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Department of Science and Technology (DOST), Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), Semiconductor and Electronics Industries…
Airspeed: Elevating Philippine logistics to global standards at CES Las Vegas 2024
FOR companies seeking to expand their services, transporting large quantities of products efficiently and cost-effectively is necessary to enter new markets. Airspeed, a Filipino end-to-end logistics company, is proud to…
[COLUMN] Get out of debt now safely and legally
ARE you sick and tired of being in debt and having bad credit? Do you want to start over but simply don’t know where to begin? Is filing bankruptcy an…
[COLUMN] Is it time to update your California revocable trust?
IT is a good idea to review your existing revocable trust if the terms and provisions are still current. A revocable living trust is a cornerstone of a comprehensive estate…
[COLUMN] Junk fees are illegal in California
A lot of attention has been focused on so-called “junk fees,” hidden fees that often take consumers by surprise in the final stages of a transaction. A new law from…
TRADE, TECHNOLOGY, INNOVATION AND INVESTMENT FORUM
A forum featuring Philippine officials tool place at Kumu LA Studios on Friday, January 5, part of the 2024 CES Business Mission. Photo above shows speakers at the forum (from…
Culinary Union celebrates historic union for 7K hospitality workers in Nevada
Las Vegas – Culinary Union was proud to mark the historic and hard-fought union contracts won for over 40,000 hospitality workers in Las Vegas by hosting a celebration with Vice-President…
How providing race and ethnicity data helps all customers
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada We are continuously working to better understand how Social Security’s programs serve the public. Collecting race and ethnicity data for…
New year, new weight loss scams
SCAMMERS follow the headlines — and the seasons. As the new year rolls around, we’re sure to hear lots of “new year, new you” advertising around health and fitness products….
[COLUMN] Tax problems? Don’t let the IRS ruin your life!
IS the government after you for unpaid IRS taxes that you cannot afford to pay? Do you get sick to your stomach not knowing what the government will do next to…
MegaMix Expo 2024: The San Gabriel Valley’s Biggest B2B event yet unites 27 top chambers of commerce and business associations
Arcadia – On February 8th, 2024, the highly anticipated MegaMix Business Expo will launch, promising to be the San Gabriel Valley region’s largest B2B event yet. This groundbreaking expo is made…
[COLUMN] Divorce mediation as an option prior to pursuing litigation
IF the divorcing parties are both reasonable in their expectations in resolving their family law case and if they don’t think involving lawyers in their divorce case early on would be…
[COLUMN] Tax problems? Don’t let The IRS ruin your life!
IS the government after you for unpaid IRS taxes that you cannot afford to pay? Do you get sick to your stomach not knowing what the government will do next…
MMZ Law: Your legacy protected
FOR the Filipino community, family is one of the most important things. The generations past, present, and future are what marks the legacy of every Filipino, whether they are here…
[COLUMN] Wage increases and new laws benefitting employees for 2024
THIS coming year offers new legislation that are beneficial to working men and women in California. Minimum wage increase Effective January 1, 2024, the minimum wage in California will increase…
[COLUMN] Divorce mediation as an option prior to pursuing litigation
IF the divorcing parties are both reasonable in their expectations in resolving their family law case and if they don’t think involving lawyers in their divorce case early on would be…
Social Security and scam awareness
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Social Security imposter scams continue to be widespread across the United States. Scammers use targeted, sophisticated tactics to deceive you…
[COLUMN] Who gets to claim the dependency tax exemption in their tax return when parents get divorced?
AS the year end comes near, divorcing parties begin to plan for how they will file their taxes for this year. Consider the common divorce scenario where the divorce judgment…