If people fall behind on their child support, it sometimes affects the other parents’ ability to provide for their children’s basic needs. As a result, they may apply for assistance through state or federal programs. In addition to owing their past-due support...
A divorce has ramifications that may reverberate through your life in ways you did not consider. One area you may want to delve deeper into is your tax return. Filing federal taxes after your divorce may surprise you in both good and bad ways. Get a basic overview of...
Traditional divorce proceedings can take up to a year or more before the judge grants the final decree. This amount of time may be very difficult and expensive. Fortunately, there is a way to expedite the process: through a stipulated judgment. If both parties agree...
When you think of estate planning, your mind likely goes to will creation. While wills are an essential part of legally-binding estate plans, living trusts are also beneficial. Despite popular sentiment, trusts are not only for the very wealthy. People with moderate...
As you plan your estate, you want to make your executor's job as easy as possible. If you expect to leave unpaid debts when you die, how should your executor tie up your financial affairs? American Bar Association explains how executors navigate debt and expenses. Set...
There are many approaches that you can take to ending your marriage. While you will need to get a divorce through the court to finalize the legal side of things, the way you go about severing your ties with your spouse is up to you. One option that gained popularity...
Recently, your parents shared their dreams and goals for retirement. You want your loved ones to enjoy their golden years, but you also want to ensure they plan their estate with the same care they used to plan their retirement. Business Insider shares tips for...
After struggling through a challenging divorce process, the last thing you want to do is look at more financial paperwork. Unfortunately, as unsavory as the activity sounds, it is a critical part of ensuring your financial world accurately reflects your new...
Estate planning is a critical aspect of planning for the future. Even if documentation is already in place, second marriages cause the need for change. According to the Pew Research Center, remarrying is on the rise for individuals aged 55 and older. Those within this...
You know you want to marry your current partner, but you do not know how to bring up a sensitive subject before you marry. A prenuptial agreement protects you both, but how do you discuss the legal document without offending your significant other? CNBC offers tips...
