There is an assortment of documents that people can add to their estate plans. Wills allow people to choose beneficiaries or appoint guardians for their minor children. Trusts can give people protection later in life and provide them with more control over their...
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3 common questions about bankruptcy in New Jersey
Filing for bankruptcy is a major decision and the law in this area is nuanced. New Jersey has state-specific laws that filers should be aware of. Below are some of the most common questions about bankruptcy in the Garden State. Are there different types of...
Bankruptcy and credit cards: A complex relationship
You may have heard people say they won’t use credit cards because they’re afraid of bankruptcy. They worry that credit cards will create a high level of unaffordable debt, leaving them with no way to escape it without declaring bankruptcy, liquidating assets and...
Are you worried about how your heir will spend their inheritance?
When crafting your estate plans, you want your assets to provide a safety net for your loved ones, help fund their future goals or give them a boost in life. However, you may be concerned about how your heirs might handle a substantial sum, especially if they do not...
Significant expenses are often unexpected
Bankruptcy and debt are often wrongly attributed to reckless spenders. However, this is a misconception. The average working person in America is currently struggling to make ends meet, and it only takes one unexpected expense to send debt spiraling out of control....
Is a special needs trust the right choice for you?
When it comes to planning for our children and loved ones, trusts play a major role in their financial security and well-being. Choosing the right type of trust is essential to making sure that loved ones, especially those with special needs, are well taken care of in...
How long does personal bankruptcy affect credit options?
Most people rely on credit for basic financial concerns. Credit cards help households cover unexpected expenses. Auto loans and mortgages make substantial purchases achievable for many families. The decisions that people make can potentially limit their credit...
3 common mistakes when choosing a guardian for your minor child
As a parent, one of the most loving acts you can do for your child is to make sure that you have a plan for them in case something happens to you before they’re grown. That means getting your estate plan together and choosing someone to nominate as your child’s legal...
How to make sure a beneficiary stays motivated
Parents sometimes worry about the effect an inheritance is going to have on their children. For instance, wealthy parents sometimes say that they think their children may “forget the value of hard work.” Perhaps their child has a lucrative career right now, but the...
Can you ever buy a house after bankruptcy?
Facing bankruptcy can make a lot of people very scared about their future. They often hear horror stories about how hard it is to rebuild credit, and many wonder if they’ll ever be able to buy a home. While bankruptcy is unquestionably a financial setback, it isn’t...