Financial Planning
Get legal advice on how to take control of your personal or business finances, whether you're tackling student loans, medical bills, taxes, or bankruptcy.
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Have You Received Your IRS Check Yet?
In the next few months, millions of Americans will be receiving a check in the mail from the U.S. Treasury. Many people think it's a refund of the taxes paid last year, but it's not. Technically, the checks sent out in the spring and summer are advances on the taxes Americans are paying now (through paycheck withholding), or the taxes they will pay next April.
· 1 min read
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Facing Foreclosure? Alternatives that Can Save Your Credit
Are you facing foreclosure on your home? You may think there's not much you can do to avoid it. But what you don't know is that there are alternatives to foreclosure.
· 2 min read
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10 Ways to Jump-Start Your Credit Repair
Use these tips to help repair your credit history and understand how credit ratings work.
· 4 min read
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Should I Declare Bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy can seem scary, but sometimes it’s the best option if you have more debts than you can pay. Find out whether you’re a good candidate for bankruptcy protection and what to expect if you do file bankruptcy.
· 4 min read
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How COVID-19 Impacts Personal Bankruptcy Issues
While the U.S. slowly begins to reopen its economy, bankruptcy may be a reality for individuals and families. Let's look at how COVID-19 has affected the bankruptcy process.
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What the Coronavirus Stimulus Package Means for Workers and Businesses
The CARES Act is the largest stimulus program in history, providing payments, grants, and loans to support workers and their employers. What are you entitled to?
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Managing Medical Debt and How to Avoid It
Medical debt is a major burden for many Americans, contributing to two-thirds of all bankruptcies in the U.S. It's essential to learn how to avoid high medical costs and manage any debt you have.
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7 Questions to Ask When You're Vetting a Tax Lawyer
Tax lawyers can help you through a tax controversy, or help you avoid one. To get the right lawyer for your needs, you need to know what to look for.
· 4 min read
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Tips and Tricks to Repair Your Personal Credit
Personal credit scores help determine whether a person gets a home, a car, and even a job. Financial mistakes can tank a credit score, and improving your credit is essential. Learn how to repair your credit efficiently using these tips.
· 4 min read
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The Parent Trap: Budgeting Tips for the Cost of Raising a Child
The costs of raising a child are high, but you can offset them by shopping secondhand, going for free experiences and putting money into a savings account instead of spending it.
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