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  • December 19, 2023 12:58 PM | Ron Schmidt

    You can help your employees get even broader benefits working for you without any direct cost to you!  If we do it before year end, your employees will get some powerful benefits:

    o  IRS audits for 2022 and later are covered IF signed up in 2023 (Built in IRS audit protection will go away for 2022 tax year if not enrolled by 12/31)

    o  “Tis the season" for legal and ID theft issues.  Peak crimes this time of year.  ID Thieves want a good Christmas too.

    o  Judges tend to take time off during the holidays - not available to straighten things out - you or loved ones do not want to be detained due to ID theft or wrongful charges during this time

    o  MemberPerks huge for shopping Our 4 million members give us huge buying clout

    o  Sharp people and businesses do their Tax planning before year end and need legal/tax advice

    o  Motor vehicle exposure is higher and riskier traveling over holidays and across states

    o  Returns and warranties disputes

    o  More people buying homes Jan/feb -residential loan docs

    o  More uncontested domestic matters - get the 90 days waiting period started now

    o  New Years resolution and time over the holidays good time to discuss will and estate with loved ones

    Here's the big deal, you benefit from the decreased absenteeism and increased productivity which occurs when we handle your people's personal life events.  Let's talk now, the time is ticking!  http://www.YourNowBenefit.com 

    Ron Schmidt LegalShield Business Plans and Employee Group Certified 503-539-6817 cell/text Ron@ThePlanningGroup.ORG www.ThePlanningGroup.ORG to see more about Family, Small Business & Employee Benefits or to enroll 


  • December 19, 2023 12:53 PM | Ron Schmidt

    You had a great year?  Good for you!  You have just over a week to make year end decisions which can help lower your taxes and help cover expenses for 2024.  You can pay the annual cost of legal services with us rather than monthly.  Check with your tax advisor then let's talk. www.BizPowerX2.com 


  • December 08, 2023 3:50 PM | Ron Schmidt

    Be my guest Saturday 11:30am Wilsonville OR to see how the President of the President Of The Board Of Directors at South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce (Greater Vancouver BC) leverages her business for success https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-lapena/

    11:30 Mix & Mingle 

    12 Noon Guest Presentation 

    Register as my guest (registration waived for guests)

    https://www.legalshieldoregon.com/

    See you there!


  • November 01, 2023 6:09 PM | Ron Schmidt

    We have to advocate to our city to take action with the laws and resources we have at our ready today. No person should be using hard drugs in plain view in front of our children. We never want to normalize this behavior to our little ones or anyone else.

    https://www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2023/10/opinion-portland-must-prioritize-confiscation-of-hard-drugs.html


  • July 19, 2023 6:03 AM | Ron Schmidt

    Are you wondering how AI can help your business?  Be my guest this Friday zoom at OAME where “Everybody’s In, Nobody’s Out” and EPCC Members get free OAME benefits.

    DM me to discuss details about OAME that will e Hance your experience.

    Join in via Zoom on July 21, 2023, from 7:30 am -8:30 am as our OAME panel will discuss ChatGPT tools and applications for small businesses. More details will be forthcoming.

    Join Zoom Meeting  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7343369583

    Meeting ID: 734 336 9583

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  • April 24, 2023 1:03 PM | Ron Schmidt


    Repair Grants for East County

    Multnomah County is offering small grants of up to $5,000 to help small businesses operating east of Interstate 205 to repair damage from recent vandalism.

    Businesses can use the funds to repair broken windows, remove graffiti and mend damage from vandalism that occurred since July 1, 2022. The County is partnering with Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO) to distribute aid to small businesses.

    Learn more here



    Apply In English or Spanish
  • September 01, 2022 5:34 PM | Ron Schmidt

    I am sitting here in Port Ludlow looking at where the Hood Canal flows into the Puget Sound reading an email that I have a new client back in Portland.  This is a business I've never been to and an owner I've never met.  But because I invited everyone in my various business groups on social media to our Chamber meetings, this person attended.  And they decided to do business with me because of the standing I derived from being a Chamber member and being someone willing to help.

    You will be surprised how easy it is to copy the Chamber announcements and post them into your LinkedIn profile and your various Facebook groups.  You don't have to be a complete stranger to benefit, your standing will improve with those you already know.  

    If you know anyone wanting to attract and retain employees; find an easier way to run their business operations or live more and worry less, send them my way please!  Ron Schmidt LegalShield Business Plans and Employee Group Certified 503-539-6817 cell/text   Ron@ThePlanningGroup.ORG www.ThePlanningGroup.ORG  to see more about Family, Small Business & Employee Benefits or to enroll 


  • April 20, 2022 5:08 PM | Ron Schmidt

    Is saying "Goodbye" hard to do? Preparing for a termination 

    FREE Live Webinar 1.5 SHRM Recertification Credits
     
    Date: Thursday, April 28, 2022
    Time: 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM MTN 
    Location: Zoom

    It's not an easy HR function to terminate an employee. Learn the many factors involved in terminating an employee. 

    Join us Thursday, April 28, 2022, for this LIVE (this will NOT be recorded) informational webinar presentation by Rex W. Thompson, Attorney with Riggs/Abney, to learn about being prepared for an employee termination.
     
    Learn the many factors involved in terminating an employee:
    At will employment vs. "just cause"
    Collective bargaining agreements
    Discrimination based upon protected classes or status
    Discharge in retaliation for filing a claim
    Discharge in retaliation for a workplace injury or claim
    Unemployment compensation issues
     
    REGISTER for this FREE webinar at:
    https://april28shrmcr.eventbrite.com
    Be sure you write "Guest of Ron Schmidt"
     
    1.5 SHRM Recertification Credits
     
    Guest Speaker: Rex W. Thompson, Attorney with Riggs, 

    Feel free to share this invitation with other HR professionals or business owners who could benefit from this event as well.

  • March 21, 2022 3:15 PM | Ron Schmidt

    It's Your Business to Know...

    Wed, March 23, 2022 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM PDT

    As an HR Professional or Business Owner, you wear many hats, it is critical to know how issues will affect your business and employees

    About this event

    As a Business Owner or HR Professional, part of what we need to consider is how we protect our businesses. From start-ups to mature organizations, it is critical we understand how various issues impact our businesses. In this presentation we will cover:

    • Mask Mandates in the workplace
    • My boss says she’s in love with me
    • Covenants not to compete
    • Dirty Deeds (someone can steal your house and it happens more than you think) While this is not business specific it is of interest to many people.

    Our special guest is Robert N. Sewell Partner Davis Miles McGuire Gardner, PLLC. Mr. Sewell's practice includes Probate & Trust Administration, Real Estate Litigation, Arbitration/Mediation, and Commercial Litigation. Mr. Sewell’s litigation experience involves cases in federal, state, and administrative settings. He also resolves disputes through mediation, arbitration, as well as bench and jury trials. Mr. Sewell has also worked as a professor of business law.

    Mr. Sewell is the host of the popular legal podcast, "Is That Even Legal" Join him to learn more at: https://www.evenlegal.com/

    SHRM - 1.5 CE credits

    https://www.eventbrite.com/e/its-your-business-to-know-registration-288998160277

    Indicate you are the guest of Ron Schmidt to avoid corporate follow ups. Feel free to pass on to other business owners or HR professionals who would like the SHRM credits or legal updates.

    by LegalShield, Davis Miles McGuire Gardner, PLLC & www.ThePlanningGroup.Org 

  • December 01, 2021 3:06 PM | Ron Schmidt

    What a powerful combination OAME and EPCC! yOuAndME are EPiCc! https://oame.org/wp-content/uploads/Weekly-Update-Opp-12-01-2021.pdf


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