Bankruptcy is a huge financial decision. Handled right, it can provide the debt relief you badly need to get back on your feet. Handled incorrectly, however, bankruptcy can worsen your situation. There are mistakes around declaring bankruptcy that most people find...
Year: 2022
Why are some dates harder to account for in a parenting plan?
Monday to Friday of most weeks, your children go to school. Saturday and Sunday, they don’t. That is how the standard week looks for school-age children, and as divorcing parents, it is relatively easy to plan custody and visitation around that. The problem is that...
Can you avoid a contractor securing a lien against your home?
The title records for your home are what ensure your legal right to ownership and access. When there are issues with your title, your investment in the property could be at risk. Many homeowners in New Jersey have voluntary liens on the title of their property. Their...
Tips for making child custody exchanges easier
In some cases, children struggle with custody exchanges. They may be unhappy to go through the transition between homes, even if they’re happy at both parents' homes. It’s just that the exchange itself can feel a bit unsettling and they may complain about not being...
Have you incurred credit card debts?
Credit cards can be useful when you need to make a big purchase and don’t quite have enough savings set aside. However, it’s vital that you only take on what you can definitely afford to pay back, otherwise credit cards can become a serious burden financially. There...
Who will find out that you went bankrupt?
For many people, the idea that others could find out that they went bankruptcy is upsetting and unacceptable. They don’t want to be seen as someone who couldn’t manage their money or survive without support from the government. Realistically, you need to understand...
My neighbor’s tree reaches over my yard. Can I trim it?
Real estate disputes with a neighbor often involve boundary lines. There can be confusion over where the exact line is or how each person is allowed to use it. For instance, maybe you're interested in buying a new home. But there's a tree on the neighbor's property...
You can seek greater access to your child if you’re in recovery
Alcohol abuse issues cause, or least contribute to, the end of many marriages. Typically, the parent with the alcohol problem is given only limited – if any – access to their child in the divorce. The court’s priority has to be the safety and well-being of the child....
Managing the stress of bankruptcy
You’ve been in financial trouble for a while now, but despite your best efforts, you can’t seem to get it under control. After exploring your options, you’ve decided that bankruptcy is the best course of action to take. The financial impacts of bankruptcy are often...
You can re-establish your credit rating after bankruptcy
Millions of Americans are currently struggling to manage their living expenses. It’s a common misconception that people have to be reckless with money before falling into financial hardship, but this is far from the truth. Medical bills, unemployment, family issues...