Legal Assistance Will Make It Happen Small claims court is where many people go to seek resolution of various grievances. The court will render a decision which sometimes results in a monetary award for damages. That may sound good, but there is a catch to all of this. The court…
Knowledge Ends Confusion Owning a house is the great American dream. Even though there’s been a lot of financial turmoil, folks are still buying homes, and it remains one of the best financial investments. A difficulty that surfaces is a lack of understanding about house buying. This type of purchase…
A Good Lawyer Gives Considerable Help Government gives assistance to the people. A commitment to constituent service is the primary goal of elected officials and the public agencies. A challenge arises with the number of agencies in a given area. It is not just federal; state and municipal entities also…
Being Organized Helps Debt has a way of creeping up on you. It is something you perhaps do not notice in the beginning, but it could be a steady advance. Car loans, followed by a mortgage, and credit card debt on top of all that will add a lot…
Legal Help is a Consumer’s Best Friend Consumer protection laws were not enacted without good reason. The statutes are intended to protect consumers from unethical behavior and shoddy merchandise. It is sad to admit, but there still are dishonest people in business. They take advantage of the buying public…
Research from Fitch Ratings shows that close to 800,000 bankruptcy filings occurred in the 2015 calendar year. The good news is that bankruptcy numbers are trending downward, but the bad news is the impact on American households. It is public policy to make sure that multiple bankruptcy filings are not…
Counseling Helps with the Debt Load Medical bills can hit a bank account like a bomb. The cost of certain medical procedures is in tens of thousands of dollars. Some people feel that their medical insurance will cover all the costs. Thankfully, much of the expense is covered by insurance…
Not Having a Will Puts Beneficiaries at Risk Putting things off until tomorrow is a common habit. Many people follow it for various reasons. A major item that is delayed is the drafting of the last will and testament. People simply don’t think it is a big concern. Actually, it…
College Debt Weighs Heavy There is a common understanding that Millennials come into the labor force full of enthusiasm and saddled with college debt. The amounts of money owed are well into the five figures, and in some cases over six figures. These young employees face years of having to…
They Do Not Always Deliver on Promises Service contracts are relatively common in the auto industry. Dealerships will offer them as something extra to purchase. The concept of service contracts has gone beyond cars and trucks. It is possible to get a service contract for various appliances and even computer…