You’re young, and you don’t think it’s reasonable that you could need an estate plan in place. After all, it’s usually retirees who have estate plans, because they are more likely to have money and assets to protect. Keep in mind, though, that estate plans aren’t just...
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Expectant parents should start estate planning ASAP
While pregnancy lasts the better part of a year, expectant parents often don’t have enough time to prepare themselves for the substantial changes coming their way. There are so many things that need to happen before you welcome a new member to your family. You need a...
How do you avoid inheritance disputes among your children?
Trying to decide how to distribute your assets among your children after your death can keep you awake at night. Naturally, you want to stop disputes among siblings before the quarreling begins. It sounds complicated but with a little prior planning, you can do it....
Resolving A Tangled Title
A clear title is key to peace of mind for homeowners. Yet, it is not just them that benefit. Clean titles are good for the community too. The Pew Charitable Trust found that 2% of residential properties in Philadelphia have an unclear or tangled title....
GETTING AN IGNITION INTERLOCK LIMITED LICENSE (IILL) AFTER A DRUNK DRIVING CHARGE
Being convicted of drunken driving in Pennsylvania is a serious matter, even as a first offense. DUI offenses should be avoided at all costs, as one of the repercussions of a DUI conviction are bans and/or restrictions on the defendant’s license to operate a motor...
What are the grounds for divorce in Pennsylvania?
Filing for divorce is a major decision in a person’s life and there are a lot of factors to consider before doing so. Do you have the money to hire an attorney? How will you take care of the children? Will you get to stay in your home? On what grounds should you file...
Why do you need to update your estate plan when you divorce?
You probably review your estate plan every few years to ensure it still serves its purpose, covers all assets and makes good use of any tax breaks available. Yet certain events make revisions to your estate plans necessary again -- regardless of how recently you last...
What do you know about buying a home in a seller’s market?
You want to buy a home, but Pennsylvania's current market is much more seller friendly than that for buyers. What strategy should you use to fulfill your goal without going broke? Forbes provides tips for residential property buyers navigating a competitive market....
Types and signs of elder abuse
If you suspect that an elderly family member or acquaintance is experiencing abuse, you have a responsibility to speak up and report it. Many elderly people who experience abuse are either unable to report it themselves due to mental incapacity or unwilling to do so...