While estate planning is essential for any family, it can be even more of an urgent undertaking when a child with special needs is involved. Through various estate planning tools, parents of a child with a disability can plan for the long-term care and financial...
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Bringing your family to the U.S.: Understanding visas and waivers
The United States is a land of opportunity and a destination for many seeking to build a new life. For immigrants already settled in the U.S., bringing family members to join them can be a significant and heartwarming process. However, navigating the complex world of...
What are the benefits of filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy offers relief for those overwhelmed by debt. This process can provide a fresh start by discharging most types of unsecured debt, meaning that you would no longer legally required to pay them off if your case was successful. With that...
A specific feature of bankruptcy influences when people file
There are different types of bankruptcy that can help people in a variety of difficult personal situations. Chapter 12 bankruptcy, for example, is useful for those running a farm or ranch operation that has experienced a few bad seasons. Chapter 13 bankruptcy can help...
Do all applicants for SSDI benefits get rejected at first?
Despite widespread internet access making it easier than ever for people to learn about their rights and government programs, misinformation still seems to spread much more quickly than the truth. For example, people still tend to share a lot of inaccurate information...
The documents in your estate plan for during your life time
There are many reasons why people should have an estate plan, from the peace of mind that it can provide in having a plan if the worst should happen, to ensuring that your wishes are carried out when you pass. However, there are two other important elements to an...
Can your aging parent become a citizen without speaking English?
Perhaps you entered the United States for school or work and then became a citizen. Maybe your parent is the one who originally obtained the right to enter the country and helped you follow. You now feel like your status is secure, but you worry about your parent. The...
You can protect your farm when filing for bankruptcy
The ability to file for personal bankruptcy or business bankruptcy protects those who make mistakes about starting a business or how they invest their savings. Bankruptcy is also helpful for those who have just battled cancer or gotten hurt in a car crash. As a family...
Reasons that you need an estate plan
You may be debating whether or not it’s time to start estate planning. People often think of this as something that they need to do eventually, but they’re not sure if they need it now. The truth is that estate planning is beneficial in a lot of ways, regardless of...
What makes a Chapter 13 bankruptcy different from Chapter 7?
Unless you work as a farmer, rancher or professional fisherman, you will probably file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Many people are only familiar with the basics of a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, even though there are significant restrictions on who qualifies for...