The division of assets in a divorce is often one of the most contentious parts of the process. Indiana is not a community property state, but there are still some specific elements to think about when it comes to protecting certain assets, such as an inheritance....
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Protecting your family from probate in Indiana
Indiana probate court is where the distribution of a deceased person's assets occurs. The process can be lengthy, tedious and expensive for your loved ones. Thankfully, there are ways to avoid the process. Real estate and vehicles Indiana law allows transfer-on-death...
Is ‘birdnesting’ right for your family?
An impending divorce is tough on your entire family but if you have children, you want to uproot their lives and routines as little as possible. Birdnesting is a co-parenting concept where the children remain in the family home and the parents switch households...
What’s the best way to provide for my kids after I’m gone?
Planning for one’s death is not usually a pleasant process. However, if you’re intending to leave an inheritance to any beneficiaries after you’re gone, it’s important to create an estate plan with their best interests in mind. There are different methods of leaving...
Avoid these Chapter 13 mistakes
People who struggle with insurmountable debt may want to consider Chapter 13 bankruptcy. However, with the benefits gained from filing for Chapter 13 comes severe restrictions. Thousands of people every year accomplish debt relief. According to the United States...
What is a collaborative divorce?
In a collaborative divorce, the couple agrees to work together closely to determine child custody and financial arrangements for the highest benefit of all family members. Instead of presenting relevant information to a judge and letting him or her decide, the parties...
What makes a Chapter 13 repayment plan work?
The repayment plan is the main feature of Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Instead of liquidating your major assets (as Chapter 7 bankruptcy does), you will spend the next three to five years making payments according to a specific plan. Once that plan reaches its conclusion,...
3 types of documents you need for your ill loved one
When your loved one becomes ill life becomes incredibly stressful. Not only do you worry about getting them the care they need, but you also need to gather documents as fast as possible. Instead of panicking in the moment about needing these documents, consider having...
Why is it important to seek medical care after a car accident?
While some car accidents are minor, many others cause serious and life-altering injuries. In fact, an estimated 4.4 million Americans seek medical treatment following motor vehicle accidents every single year. Sadly, roughly 38,000 individuals die annually in traffic...
Identifying creditor harassment
If you fall behind on paying your bills, creditors will understandably try to contact you so you can pay. However, if the phone calls and mailed letters become excessive, then the creditors’ actions may border actual harassment. If you sense that the contact evolved...
