Maybe, like many couples, you and your spouse saw no reason for a prenuptial agreement when you got married. Perhaps you each came into the marriage with little more than a small checking account, a credit card, some IKEA furniture and a pile of student loans. Now,...
So many people in overwhelming debt live in denial. They wake up every morning with countless worries, that the only thing they feel they can do is to push them under the surface and continue with their day. Regardless of whether they have a job or not, they can feel...
Divorce can happen for many reasons, but people tend to focus mostly on infidelity as the main source of marital problems. It’s important to diversify your thinking and consider other potential reasons, especially if you think you may get divorced and you want to plan...
When your debts are piled over your head, it’s hard enough to look at the letters in the mail demanding payment and field the messages on your phone. Now, however, debt collectors may soon stalk you in other ways. New rules from the Consumer Financial Protection...
Do you and your spouse share bank accounts, credit card accounts and things of this nature? It’s what a lot of couples do, and it can work while you’re married. If you’re thinking of getting a divorce, though, you want to get your own accounts before you break the...
If you have lost your job, you may be worried about how you are going to pay your bills. One of the options could be to go into bankruptcy. If you have no income, the likelihood is that you will qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. A Chapter 7 bankruptcy is also known...
You’re drowning in debt, so you know that bankruptcy may be in your future -- but the fact that you have huge student loans hanging over your head makes you wonder if it’s even worth it. After all, you’ve heard (more than once) that student loans can’t be discharged....
If you are struggling with significant debts, you may be wondering whether filing for bankruptcy could be the right choice for you. Generally speaking, as a private individual you have two options when it comes to filing for bankruptcy: Chapter 7 bankruptcy and...
One of the most challenging things people experience when buying a new home is juggling the handover dates to suit everyone in the property chain. You need to vacate your current home by a certain date so the new residents can move, and you need the people in the home...
As a parent, your first holiday season after a divorce can be fraught with worry and stress. You probably still aren’t on the best of terms with your ex, but you want the kids to have good holiday experiences and memories. It’s good to have a plan. Here are best ways...
