Nowadays, debt is almost an inevitable part of everyday life. Many young people start accruing debt when they attend college. In the years after that, many people also accumulate debt when they purchase a home of their own as they reach landmarks in their personal and...
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2020 brings big changes for state alcoholic liquor licensing
Whether you manufacture spirits, manage a brewpub, ship gift baskets or own a cafe, you must keep up with state liquor laws.Perhaps you want to launch a new business. If so, keep in mind that 2020 brings sweeping changes in Connecticut alcoholic liquor licensing...
Three tips to protect your finances pre-divorce
Getting a divorce is not only an emotionally stressful process, but it is also financially stressful. After all, spouses will be economically independent again after their divorce.One of the main purposes of a legal divorce is to ensure both spouses maintain economic...
How to minimize risks of trade secret theft
The misappropriation of trade secrets can lead businesses to face serious legal disputes in addition to unfair competition that puts their business at risk.For example, the California-based fitness tech company Jawbone experienced significant consequences in such a...
Business owners: Understand the lease before you sign
Most business owners know that their location can play a considerable role in their business’s success. That is why business owners take time to evaluate several factors of the location, including the consumer demographics, the accessibility to this area and of...
How can you help your child cope with divorce?
The decision to divorce can be hard on both spouses, but it can be even more difficult to grasp for their children.Children react in many different ways, including withdrawing in grief or acting out in anger and confusion. It is common for parents to feel stressed or...
Here are 5 major points to include in your parenting plan
The breakup of a family unit is a difficult, emotional experience. As parents, you and your soon-to-be-ex must make important decisions as you continue to raise your children.The court will want to know how you intend to do this, so you must create a parenting plan....
What you must consider in a joint venture agreement
Many businesses, large and small, find that creating a joint venture can be a lucrative arrangement. Two businesses combine forces and resources for a certain project to bring a new unique product or service to consumers.However, because the businesses in a joint...
New report: Home prices still below 2006 peak
The Great Recession had many negative impacts on individuals’ personal finances, the job market and especially the housing market between the years of 2007 and 2009. In the last decade, the national economy has slowly begun to grow and improve again.However, a...
Filing your taxes after divorce can be complicated
As January ends, many people receive their W-2s and other tax forms. It is the first sign of tax season.Tax season itself can be stressful, but especially so after getting a divorce. Even thinking about filing taxes after divorce can leave individuals facing many...