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The average adult in the United States lives on a paycheck-to-paycheck basis even if they have a relatively well-paid job. The more someone earns, the higher their likely standard of living and therefore their household expenses. Most people do not have enough in...
Divorce is a challenging and emotionally taxing process for couples, especially when children are involved. Amidst the stress and turmoil, you it’s best when you can have an amicable divorce. An amicable divorce is characterized by cooperation, open communication and...
Those who have served as a caregiver for their parents or grandparents in the past may understand the importance of a living will. A living will is a document discussing what someone expects to happen if they end up in a medically incapacitated state. Those in a...
You decide that you want to get a divorce, but you know that the conversation with your spouse can be difficult. It’s also the next step that you have to take, simply letting them know about your decision. Some people wait to do this until they serve the divorce...
Many people focus on the adults when there’s a divorce, but parents must consider how their decisions will impact the children. This is a significant change for them because the only household situation they’ve known is changing. It may behoove some parents to...
To determine if you qualify as disabled based on the terms set by the Social Security Administration, one of the things you need to do is look at the Social Security Blue Book. While there are exceptions to the rules in this book, it gives you a good place to start...
One of the first questions people ask when talking about divorce is what will happen to their property. Spouses share ownership of everything from vehicles to houses, so there can be a lot of uncertainty about what will happen with those shared assets. Some couples...
Your estate plan helps protect you by allowing you to name an executor whom you trust. It gives you control over your legacy and allows you to leave something meaningful for each of the people you love. The sad truth is that no matter how well you plan, issues can...
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is an important federal safety net. All workers, even people who are self-employed, pay into Social Security via taxes. Later, they may be able to make a claim against the credits they've accrued if they get hurt on the job...
Among the most common injuries that can occur due to a car crash is a brain injury. Brain injuries are devastating injuries that may have a significant impact on a victim of a collision. The injury could be mild, moderate or acute with lasting symptoms. Out of the...
