Some people say that parents who succeed for long enough graduate to be grandparents. There is certainly a special kind of joy to be had in developing a rich bond with the next generation of one's family. Grandparents and grandchildren often have a very unique,...
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3 important inclusions in your estate plan as a new parent
As a parent, you expect your children to outlive you, and you likely anticipate needing to provide for them for the rest of your life. Such as the nature of the parental relationship. Not only will you need to think about your children's needs for the rest of your...
3 benefits of legally adopting your stepchildren
Technically, your stepchildren become a part of your family the moment you marry their parent. While they may not be your biological children, you will probably still feel responsible for providing for them financially. Additionally, you will most likely provide your...
How to address your home in a Pennsylvania divorce
Maybe you just bought your house last year after a massive bidding war with other buyers, or perhaps you have spent more than a decade making mortgage payments and improvements to your family home. Regardless of when you acquired the property, the chances are good...
Will you be able to retire if your savings are in your ex’s name?
If your marriage is unhappy or unsatisfying, you may fantasize about divorcing and spending your golden years alone. For many older adults, the only thing stopping them from pursuing happiness is financial fear. They believe that divorce will leave them impoverished...
How does Pennsylvania determine the amount of child support?
If you and your spouse have children, child support is likely one of your major concerns about your upcoming divorce. If you expect to have the children more of the time than your ex, you might want to know how much child support you can expect to receive. If you have...
How can you get more time with your kids after the divorce?
It can take people months to mentally recover from a difficult divorce. Especially if you didn't expect your spouse to file for divorce, you may have struggled to respond appropriately to what was a shocking and disappointing situation. Those who feel blindsided may...
3 uses for powers of attorney in your estate plan
Estate planning isn't just about what happens when you die. It is also about the support you need if you get hurt or have a serious medical event. Car crashes, strokes or even a heart attack might leave someone incapacitated or in a coma. When you can't speak for...
Does moving out mean you’ll lose the house in your divorce?
Everything seems uncertain when you decide to file for divorce or get served with paperwork after your spouse files. Couples with a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement will at least be able to predict the general outcome of the property division. Although such...
Should you appoint a guardian for your special needs child in your will?
Your child is getting older, and though you had hoped that they’d be able to live on their own and function normally in society, the reality is that they will always need help. They don’t understand how to take care of their finances, and despite their best efforts,...