Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Los Angeles, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Bank Accounts
LA has plenty of local and national banks, as well as a few international institutions. Those banks with multiple branches include Washington Mutual, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and... read more
Financial Planning
The most common form of retirement savings is the 401(k). This investment package is usually set up by an employer and added to with a percentage of each paycheque. Taxes are withheld on... read more
Taxation
According to the US Constitution, Congress has the power to ‘lay and collect taxes’, which are then used to pay debts and provide for the welfare of citizens. The tax rates tend to be... read more
Legal Issues
Every statute, court decision or government action is upheld by the Constitution. The California judicial system reviews cases that occurred within the state. If a crime happened in more... read more
Crime
As you’d expect, the more affluent areas of the city tend to have low crime rates while the opposite holds true for low-income areas. Much of the crime is gang related. Petty offences... read more
