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stockfresh_8628298_sort-index-card-with-referrals-3d_sizeS-300x200Countrywide Pre-Paid Legal Services is proud of its ability to give group legal plan members the absolute best in legal benefits. We have a nationwide network of attorneys, enabling us to assist clients no matter where they or their employees are located. Countrywide gives a quality of service that many other group legal plan vendors cannot. As a result, we can be relied on to help people with everyday legal issues.

When a Referral is the Best Service

Sometimes, a plan member’s needs go beyond the ordinary. For example, the employee may need specialized help in an area such as adoption or immigration law. The unique areas of jurisprudence call for barristers who possess particular knowledge and skills. These legal professionals do not come cheap, unfortunately. Continue reading

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stockfresh_479551_house-in-hand_sizeS-300x200Spring is the traditional time for the real estate market to open. New houses go on the market in April and May, so December is the best time to start planning the adventure into housing. There is a lot to know about, and those familiar with the terminology do well.

It is Not Easy

The house is the most significant financial investment any employee is going to make in their life. It is going to require a commitment to mortgage payments that may last 30 years. People sometimes get nervous about house hunting because they do not know anything about the process. The prospect of buying a home can be intimidating for some. Continue reading

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stockfresh_260360_read-the-fine-print_sizeS-200x300We all want to believe that we deal with honest people and the legal documents they ask us to sign are legitimate and trustworthy. But unfortunately, that is not always true. A rotten apple sometimes shows up and can have you in an awkward position with a less than honest lease.

Arbitration is the most overused procedure in the American economy. Tenants are asked to sign agreements that require disputes to be submitted to arbitration. As a result, a person signs the lease with an arbitration clause without knowing what is involved.

The tenant pays a hefty price for not understanding what was signed. The landlord, on the other hand, is safe from lawsuits. Additionally, the tenant may be reluctant to file a formal complaint because they think they are not allowed. Continue reading

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stockfresh_6378534_financial-freedom-concept_sizeS-300x192The holiday shopping season is hitting checking accounts like a tsunami. It is more than simply people being generous. End-of-the-year medical treatments, college loans debts needing attention, and home renewal projects are all beginning to overwhelm folks. We do not think anyone will clean the slate entirely by New Year’s Eve; too many bills are coming from too many directions.

Employers are aware of the importance of helping employees balance their domestic books. Sums of money only help temporarily (how long did those stimulus checks last?). Employee benefits that include developing strategies to cope with year-end costs and ideas that might be implemented in 2022 mean a great deal.

Negotiating is a Key Tool Continue reading

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stockfresh_3279849_costs-benefits_sizeS_e3a3fc-300x200Employers are beginning to respond to the Great Resignation movement. When approximately 4.3 million Americans quit their job in August, it grabbed the attention of the executive floor of many organizations. Retention is now critical for the productivity and even survival of many companies.

One group that is getting a lot of attention is the college-age employees. The management of several Fortune 500 companies is going to pay for the tuition of employees who are willing to stay longer with the company. Continue reading

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stockfresh_8439488_keyboard-with-blue-keypad-consumer-protection-3d-illustration_sizeS-300x200You have probably noticed it is beginning to look a lot like Christmas. The retail industry is ramping up yet another marketing campaign to convince people to shop until they drop. You can’t blame the stores for doing that; they make most of their money from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day. Unfortunately, sometimes the cash becomes more important than the consumer. Buyers must beware of the possible fraud or consumer protection violations.

Buyers Have to Beware Continue reading

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stockfresh_4689066_the-perfect-group-of-business-people_sizeM-300x221Employers face problems such as recessions and low sales figures now and then. They are used to these disturbances and learn how to deal with them. Now, something entirely new has surfaced, and it is bewildering management. It is called The Great Resignation.

 

Labor reports issued in August 2021 show 4.3 million employees quit their jobs. Reasons vary, but there are some common explanations. People enjoy remote working and expect employers to permit it. Other folks want to have a work schedule that coincides with daycare needs. Working conditions and benefits seem the most critical reasons for seeking greener pastures. The staff wants everything better. Continue reading

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benefits-300x135It is no secret that employee benefits are a way to keep your best employees. Retention has become a critical issue, and the statistics support that urgency. Approximately 4.3 million people left their jobs in August, and the Great Resignation has become a common phrase in our business language.

People appreciate any assistance that helps with daily life. Legal issues such as writing a simple will or a need to review legal documents are important, and group legal plans are created to address such important topics. Continue reading

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stockfresh_181218_last-will-and-testament_sizeS_72a2cb-300x225It is a given that the last will is the cornerstone of estate planning. A person’s estate is in some legal jeopardy without that document. Unfortunately, some folks do not want to think about death, and the last will is the last item on their bucket list. It is a bad mistake. Those who die without a will leave their estate, including personal property, real estate, personal investments, and bank accounts in the dark realm known as intestate. That is no walk in a flower garden.

Intestacy Law and the Probate Court Continue reading

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stockfresh_636353_stethoscope-laying-on-stacks-of-money_sizeS-300x200We are coming to the end of the year, and many people are more concerned about credit card balances than other expenses. We understand that Christmas is the season for slapping the plastic around, but gift buying is only one concern. Additional costs can train wreck a family budget, and one of these is medical costs. These may require some creative management strategies.

Paying The Bill Continue reading