Child support is one of the most troubling parts of getting divorced. Children deserve support, custodial parents need it, and (contrary to popular belief) most parents want to support their kids. Some parents feel that their child support arrangement is not fair. For...
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Here are the warning signs that could be headed for a divorce
When two people fall in love and decide to get married, few do so with the goal of getting divorced several months or years down the road. Unfortunately, thousands of couples file for divorce each year in the U.S. While some couples mutually agree to end their...
How do you know it’s the right time to file for bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy can be a kind of emergency protection, or something you plan slowly to resolve accumulating debt. When your finances are a mess, you can file for personal bankruptcy to regain control. Many people would like to avoid bankruptcy, but that aversion to filing...
Should you divorce if your spouse is bankrupt?
When your spouse approached you and told you that they were behind on their bills can had a heavy debt load that you didn’t know about, you were shocked. You realize that a bankruptcy may be a good option for them, but you don’t want to end up with a bankruptcy on...
Resolving a boundary dispute with a neighbor
There are few bigger purchases than obtaining a new family home. For many people, this is a lifelong goal that they have worked extremely hard for. Due to the importance of the family home, people can be very protective of their property. Generally, neighbors manage...
What should you know about joint credit card debt during divorce?
Many couples charge expenses to their credit card without much thought. While they’re married, they may be able to pay those off or at least make the minimum payments. Some may not realize that the very thing that was a benefit for them during the marriage will turn...
Will you need to reaffirm your car loan during bankruptcy
Your credit situation changes dramatically when you file for bankruptcy. Your existing lines of credit will freeze. Often, unsecured lines of credit will be eligible for discharge in the bankruptcy. That means you won't have to pay them back after the court finalized...
How to cope after your divorce
Divorce might bring relief to some people, but there are others who are devastated when they find out that their marriage is ending. For these people, trying to find ways to lessen the heartbreak and make the situation a bit easier becomes a focal point. There are a...
Must New Jersey home sellers disclose their houses are haunted?
Do you have a house to sell that comes with its own invisible tenant? New Jersey homes for sale that are alleged to have paranormal activities present special circumstances for the home sellers. In fact, they may need to disclose this to potential buyers. But, as with...
Can you get a home loan if you go into bankruptcy?
There are many people who struggle with their finances but who still want to try to move forward in life. They may want to take out a home loan and start building wealth, but with poor credit, it’s difficult. Bankruptcy is a good way to eliminate debt and help you get...