If you live in Texas and you do not have many assets, you might assume that the state will distribute your assets to your next of kin in the same way that you would in a will. You might think that the provisions you have in place, such as joint titling all of your...
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Protecting You During The Divorce Process
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Does a strong support network influence the decision to divorce?
Countless factors can make a Texas couple more likely to file for divorce. Sometimes they find it easier to get divorced because they don't have kids. Other times, they both have steady jobs and aren't financially dependent on their marriage. However, a study has...
Never use your 401(k) account to pay off debt
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...
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...
Is A Stress-Free Divorce Possible?
Yes, divorce can be tough. However, there are ways to eliminate the stress from the divorce process, making it easier not only for you, but for everyone involved. That is the subject of the new book, Stress-Free Divorce Volume 4. Conversations With Leading Divorce...
Family Lawyer Daryl G. Weinman Reveals Why Avoiding Divorce Is Bad Idea For The Kids
In a recent interview family attorney Daryl G. Weinman, managing partner at in Austin, Texas, revealed why staying in a failing marriage is detrimental for the kids.When asked to comment, Weinman said, "The majority of my clients have a...
Child custody disputes and unmarried parents
Child custody conflicts are some of the most frustrating things a parent can experience, and sometimes require one parent to take serious action to protect his or her rights. For unmarried parents facing custody decisions, it is important to use all available tools to...