When someone dies in Pennsylvania, their estate goes through a legal process called probate. During probate, the executor of the estate is responsible for handling all aspects of the deceased person's property. This can be a complex process, and it usually involves...
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How to get your parents to create an estate plan
It's imperative that you start creating an estate plan as soon as you become a legal adult. However, it's not uncommon for Pennsylvania residents and others to put off estate planning as long as possible. If your parents don't have an estate plan, it may be in your...
2021 saw bankruptcy filings decline
Various economic factors may contribute to bankruptcy filings. If the economy takes a downturn a particular year, the number of bankruptcies might increase. However, challenging economic times might not always result in increased bankruptcy filings. And the challenges...
Facts about bankruptcy in Pennsylvania
When things get really tough, sometimes filing for bankruptcy can be the best option to get your finances under control. While there are many misconceptions about bankruptcy, it is an important tool that most people who experience financial difficulty would benefit...
Bankruptcy laws and a fresh financial start
Facing the possibility of bankruptcy can be a scary experience both from financial and emotional perspectives. If you are considering the need to file for bankruptcy, the following information regarding Pennsylvania law may provide you with some insight into the...
3 estate planning tips for new parents
If you’re a new parent in Pennsylvania, you might have never thought about estate planning before. However, an estate plan can be an important way to protect your child in the event that something happens to you or your spouse. Here are three things that you can do to...
The myths and taboos of preparing a will
Estate planning is an opportunity to begin a new life. People rely on each of us to some degree, but you decide how much you assist others when you pass on. Your assets in Pennsylvania get used only as you tell your trustee to use them. There are some taboos about...
How unmarried fathers can address child-related family law issues
Some aspects of a Pennsylvania family law case are more difficult than others. Child-related concerns are a primary example. This is true whether it is child custody, child support, visitation or paternity. Often, this is viewed from the mother’s perspective. Despite...
Divorce and your family business: what to know
Going through a divorce is challenging enough without having to think about your livelihood – your family business. If you are getting ready to seek a divorce in Pennsylvania but are hesitant to petition because you are not sure how it will impact your income, look no...
Taking the Chapter 7 bankruptcy means test
Congress made it more difficult to obtain a Chapter 7 bankruptcy in 2005 when it introduced a means test as part of the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act. The test is designed to make sure that Chapter 7 bankruptcies are only granted to...