A collaborative divorce involves both spouses coming together to settle disagreements without going to court. The divorcing couple can whether or not they will need help from mediators or divorce professionals, which can make divorce in Pennsylvania a little easier to...
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Tax changes to know for 2020
Several big tax changes might impact your family in 2020. Reviewing these updates before you tackle your return can prepare you for differences in your potential tax refund or liability. These are the key changes in federal taxes to know when you file your 2020 taxes...
Prepare for tax season with these tips
Once the holiday season ends, many individuals begin looking ahead to the April 1 tax deadline. January is a great time to review your documents and make adjustments that could help you save. Get ready to file your 2019 tax return with these smart planning strategies....
Can life insurance benefit your estate plan?
A life insurance policy may seem like it is already part of your estate plan. After all, when you die, your loved ones will get the benefits from the policy. However, this type of insurance can help in more ways than just as a benefit your loved ones get when you die....
Prenups better than separate accounts in divorce
Marriage looks different than it did in past generations, with millennials deviating from many trends and expectations set by their parents. This is not necessarily a bad thing, though. Marriage and divorce are simply evolving to adapt to new societal standards and...
Estate planning: The need for a special needs trust
Parents in Pennsylvania and across the country want to ensure that the needs of their children are met. Often, they work hard to leave them funds after they pass. As such, careful estate planning can help ensure that any assets left to children are cared for until an...
How to have a better relationship with your co-parent
If you are no longer in a relationship with the parent of your child, it is likely that the two of you have gone through some difficult times. However, it is important to put your differences aside for the sake of your child. This is easier said than done because this...
Will an important part of estate planning process
Even with all of the technology available today, some Pennsylvania residents still prefer the old-fashioned pencil and paper method. Whenever a thought comes to mind, it can simply be added to the list or a notation made on a piece of paper. This method may be great...
Full disclosure needed in estate planning
The average Pennsylvania resident attempts to paint his/her family in the best possible light. This means that some details are left out of conversations, and information regarding family dynamics, finances and other significant details are kept hidden. While this is...
Business law considerations when starting a second business
After launching a successful business, it is not uncommon for a Pennsylvania entrepreneur to consider starting a second business. Far different from simply opening a new branch of the existing company, this often means beginning from scratch with an entirely new...