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When a child custody arrangement is set in the final divorce settlement, it is not set in stone. Life situations change and circumstances occur, which may require the court to revisit and change the original custody arrangement. Since the court makes decisions based...
When working on your estate plan, most of your time and energy goes into creating documents that will come into play after your death. But not every document works this way. Living wills, for example, go into effect while you are still alive. So do advance directives,...
Many parents have this idea in their head that they can only be a good parent if they have a constant presence in their child's life. This real, physical presence is a great thing to have and does come with many benefits. However, it is not always feasible. This is...
Rather than wait to put yourself back on solid financial ground after filing bankruptcy, you want to get a head start. Taking the proactive approach could benefit your financial health sooner rather than later. NerdWallet explores tips for rebuilding credit after...
Whether an irrevocable or a revocable trust works best for your purposes will depend on your objectives for creating one. Consider tax benefits, ownership, flexibility and debt when deciding between the two. While both trusts efficiently distribute assets to your...
A critical component of an effective estate plan is naming someone to be your executor. Without a trusted individual to oversee the closure of your estate, your plan may lack the support to work the way you intended. Approaching someone about his or her willingness to...
When you got married, it was likely with the idea that it would last the rest of your life. The reality is that while divorce in California is common, parenting is for a lifetime. If you have children and your spouse wants full custody, you may need to take steps that...
Once you find yourself struggling to stay atop your bills and finances in California, you may start sorting through your options and wondering whether bankruptcy might help give you a fresh start. Consumer bankruptcies fall into two main categories: Chapter 7...
You know how much time and energy it takes to become a permanent U.S. citizen. Of course, you want to do everything right, but you also want to be efficient. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services explains common immigration fraud. Know how to protect yourself and...
Estate planning can seem like a complicated task, but it does not have to be. In addition to writing a will and possibly setting up a trust depending on your circumstances, there are a few key steps you should consider in your estate plan. 1. Name an executor The...
