Research shows that approximately 60 percent of Americans do not have a will or living trust. Are you part of this group? Are you looking to change that? If so, you need our brief guide to estate planning. Outlined below are some essential things everyone should know, from writing a will to finding the best
If you are starting a family, have recently experienced the loss of a loved one, or are reaching the winter of your life, will planning may be something you’ve begun to think about. No matter what stage of life you’re at, planning your estate is something you shouldn’t overlook. Especially if you have specific wishes regarding how you’d
Did you know that approximately 1% of the total number of currently married same-sex couples get divorced each year? Divorce proceedings are often complicated, not to mention, they often vary by state. So what do you need in order to get divorced in the great state of Pennsylvania? Don’t worry, with this guide; you can
You and your significant other have been together for a while, and you’ve decided it’s time to welcome a child to the family. Adopting a child is a wonderful way to welcome the next generation into your home, offer a safe space for those who have none, and avoid contributing to the global overpopulation crisis. However, you
Though 2019 saw a 50-year low, divorce rates are on the rise again in 2020. Psychologists say the Covid-19 pandemic and stay-at-home restrictions are the main cause. As more couples stayed home, small resentments they ignored surfaced. Going through a divorce is stressful enough without kids. If there are children involved, how do you tell
Child custody is decided based on the best interest of the child or children. If the parent or primary guardian is unfit to care for the child in question, grandparent custody may be awarded. In these cases, the grandparent must present a case that the current situation is unsafe for the child. If you are currently
Setting your finances up to prepare for your death isn’t always something that people want to do. It can be difficult thinking about your mortality, your possessions, and how they deserve to be dealt with when you pass. It’s important to start thinking about these issues as soon as you can, though, because a sudden
It is a common misconception that estate planning is something only the rich need to worry about. But failing to have an estate plan can make an already difficult time even more stressful for your family. To ensure all your assets are transferred seamlessly to your loved ones when you die you need to know
Divorce rates may be on the decline, but there are still hundreds of thousands of divorces (affecting hundreds of thousands of children) each year. For children under two, the impact of a divorce will be minimal. Experts suggest that kids between the ages of 3-11 will experience the most emotional trauma from a divorce. Regardless
Going through a divorce is similar to experiencing the grief of death. Splitting assets and trying to figure out how to move on with your life make divorces painful enough. But having children involved makes it near unbearable. Is there any way to ease the stress of child custody in a divorce? Yes. Understanding the
When you’re making preparations that will ensure your loved ones are taken care of after you’re gone, you need to ensure that your estate is taken care of. Having an estate planning checklist will help make known your wishes. If you don’t know exactly what goes into estate planning, that’s perfectly fine because you’re about
There were 782,038 divorces in America during the span of a single year. While some divorces only involve spouses, many leave children stuck in the middle as well. While representing yourself is always an option, think twice before you make the choice. If you’re going through a messy divorce, you might realize you need a child custody lawyer
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