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Known as a "gray" divorce, couples over the age of 50 have dissolved their marriages about twice as often as older couples did in the 1990s. Unhappy relationships, longer life expectancies and adult children may have contributed to the increased number of belated...
The last thing you need when struggling with debt is to struggle with harassment, too. Debt collectors must abide by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) when contacting those struggling with debt. But unfortunately, they do not always do this. When a debt...
One of the consequences of getting divorced is the impact it has on your children. Loving and supporting your children may mitigate negative outcomes and help them adjust to the changes more willingly. Dealing with your ex may be a concern to you, especially if you...
People struggling with overwhelming debt may consider options, such as filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, to regain control of their finances. To receive bankruptcy assistance, however, they must meet certain eligibility requirements. Reviewing the requirements and...
Massachusetts uses the equitable division standard to allocate property and debt when couples who live in the state divorce. Under this standard, you and your spouse must fairly, but not necessarily equally, split shared assets and financial obligations. Review the...
If you are considering bankruptcy, it is pivotal to thoroughly review all of your options and make sure that you pinpoint the best course of action given your individual circumstances. When it comes to bankruptcy and other financial matters, everyone is in a unique...
Divorce is challenging, but figuring out your life after the fact can be even more difficult. This is particularly true for divorced couples who have children. It is likely that you will be in a joint custody situation after your divorce, which can make figuring out...
Divorce is something nobody wants to think about, but it can happen to anyone. No matter how great your relationship may seem, you could come to a point where you have to admit things are not working out. You may wonder what leads to divorce. Knowing the causes could...
Filing for bankruptcy is not the end of the world as many people would have you think. In fact, you can use bankruptcy as an opportunity to start fresh and implement better financial habits. Budgeting is more important than ever before while you go through bankruptcy...
In 2020, Massachusetts saw over 4,000 bankruptcies filed in state courts. Some of these may have included student loan debt. Most people believe you cannot discharge student loan debts. Although the courts are reluctant to discharge these debts, it is still possible....