Many older people, many of them retirees, try to make a point of staying on top of their financial responsibilities. When they experience financial difficulties, they might turn to their 401(k) plans to pay off their debts. However, this can end up being a huge...
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How you should handle medical debt
Paying off medical debt is a daunting task in Texas and elsewhere around the county. A lot of times, medical expenses are unplanned, and if you use a service, such as an ambulance, even with the help of your insurance, you can rack up a lot of debt. Don’t ignore your...
If you just moved to Texas, should you update your estate plan?
Many people create a sound estate plan but then forget about it once everything is set and done. This is especially true for younger people, who tend to move around and increase the members of their family throughout their life. Those who have just moved to Texas must...
How common is holiday debt (and how can it be fixed)?
As we emerge from the holiday season, consumers from Texas and across the nation are now getting their first monthly bills for all those presents they purchased. For many, this may be an eye-opening moment where they realized that they might have gone a little...
Ways to handle medical debt in Texas
Having good health insurance in Texas doesn't mean that all medical bills get paid. Health insurance only covers so much of the debt, and the insured has to pay the remainder, which can add up. Unpaid debts often result in collection agencies trying to collect...
Many reasons exist why you should draft a prenuptial agreement
One of the biggest concerns that most individuals have about getting married is fearing what will happen to their property if they end up divorced later. An increasing number of engaged couples are using prenuptial agreements, in part, to give them the confidence that...
How can you co-parent with a narcisisst?
There are many things that you might have to do when you divorce a narcissist. If you have children with a narcissist, there are many things that are going to continue after the divorce is final. Coming up with a plan for handling a narcissistic co-parent is...
Don’t forget about your timeshare during your divorce
If you're making a list of your assets as you contemplate or begin the process of divorce, don't forget your timeshare. Whether it's a beachfront condo in Cabo or mountainside cabin in Aspen, these assets are too often overlooked as divorcing couples begin deciding on...
Can you get a credit card after your bankruptcy?
If you had to get credit card debts discharged in bankruptcy, then you might feel like you will never be able to have one again. That isn't the truth. In fact, you may be able to get credit cards soon after your bankruptcy is finalized.Bankruptcy affects your credit...
How you dress when you go to court can make a difference
At some point during your divorce, you may have to appear in court before a judge. This can be a daunting prospect – particularly if a judge is deciding on an issue that you and your spouse couldn't agree on yourselves.Your appearance – including the way...