As a small business owner, you have likely invested a great of yourself and your personal resources into your enterprise. Because of this, you may be considering utilizing every tool that could allow you to protect it. One tool you might be considering is employment...
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3 tips for negotiating a new custody plan when you change jobs
If this last year or two has taught people anything, it’s that they could face sudden job losses and changes seemingly out of nowhere. For parents, that’s particularly difficult, especially when they have to make sure they’re keeping to their custody schedule after a...
When can the state take your home through eminent domain?
If you are like most middle-class Americans, your home is the most valuable thing you have, other than perhaps retirement savings. You probably spend a significant amount of your income paying your mortgage and a lot of your time maintaining and upgrading your home....
Is an LLC the right option for the business you want to start?
If you intend to start a new business, you have to make a lot of decisions. From company logos and business practices to insurance coverage and the legal format that your business takes, there's a lot on your plate. Business formation is one of the most important...
Is keeping the home always the best outcome during a divorce?
For many people, real estate is the biggest purchase they make in their life. Many Americans will spend the majority of their working years paying off the mortgage on the house that they share with their family. If you find yourself facing an imminent divorce, you...
Selling your home? Avoid these three mistakes.
When families decide to move out of their starter home, they often face a lot of stress they did not expect. Trying to sell one home while buying another can be an overwhelming process.That is why there are a few things sellers must keep in mind when they approach...
What should parents consider for summer custody plans?
Creating an effective custody arrangement can be one of the most complex aspects of a divorce. Adhering to such an arrangement can take time for the whole family to get used to. And during the summer, when children are home from school, many parents have to revisit...
Consider employment history when acquiring businesses
In an acquisition, business owners know that they must complete their due diligence. This allows them to protect their company and fulfill all the necessary legal steps.One step of this process that business owners should not overlook is assessing the business’s...
4 reasons your real estate closing date could be delayed
Perhaps you have finally found your dream home. You and the seller have agreed to a closing date, which appears in the purchase contract.Unfortunately, that may not happen. Here are four situations that could cause a delay in your targeted closing date. 1. Unrealistic...
What should buyers do before buying a fixer-upper?
Thanks to the popularity of reality television, many families looking to purchase a home wish to find a “fixer-upper.” After all, it certainly brings a sense of accomplishment and meaning to a new home when families can fix it up and make it their...