Divorces are infamous for being expensive. If you go to court in North Carolina or another state, your divorce could end up costing you thousands of dollars in court and attorney fees. You'll have to either dip into your savings, take out a loan or use the assets that...
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What you should do before filing for divorce
Couples in North Carolina probably never expect that their marriages will come to an end when they're walking down the aisle. Unfortunately, not every relationship is successful. If you're on the verge of ending your marriage, you may not have anticipated it. However,...
Sell your home faster with these tips
It doesn't matter whether you choose to sell your home in a buyer's or seller's market. You can still get your asking price if you follow a few simple tips. Don't let an inexperienced real estate agent or a persistent buyer convince you that you need to take a loss on...
Should you try to avoid probate?
Some people in North Carolina may have heard about various estate planning strategies they could use to avoid probate, such as using a trust or beneficiary designations instead of a will. However, they might not know why they would want to avoid probate in the first...
How to avoid common estate planning mistakes
A number of common estate planning errors are related to documents that are out of date. You might have made plans for minor children who are now adults, or the executor or trustees you appointed may have died or no longer be suitable for other reasons. It is...
Managing the emotional side of a gray divorce
While divorce is usually a difficult process, it can bring some unique challenges for older adults. What is sometimes referred to as "gray divorce" can happen for many reasons. Some causes, such as infidelity, are similar to the reasons that people in any age group...
What are the hidden fees associated with real estate?
When you buy a home in North Carolina, you might assume that you'll just be paying the down payment and a few closing costs. However, there are several hidden costs associated with buying a home that you should prepare yourself for. Otherwise, you might end up...
Should you consider selling your home as-is?
Many homeowners in North Carolina feel intimidated when it comes to placing their homes on the market when they need repairs. When it's time to sell quickly for any reason, not everyone will have the time or money required to make hefty upgrades before selling their...
What estate planners need to know about their homes
For most North Carolina families, deciding what happens to a home after the original owner dies becomes the most complicated part of the estate planning process. The amount of money a home is worth, along with the attachment family members will develop to a family...
Estate planning myths that could derail asset distribution
People in North Carolina might assume that they are pretty much set when it comes to the distribution of their assets when they're gone. The problem with this thinking is that some of the beliefs that people have about estate planning may not be true. There are...