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Understanding the Financial Implications of Divorce

Divorce is a disruptive event in anyone’s life. It often involves new housing, a change in employment for at least one party, a division of financial assets and retirement funds, and of course attorney fees. But there are also other financial conce… Read More
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Categories: Divorce
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Chapter 7 Eligibility: Means Test Deductions

Many people see a Chapter 7 bankruptcy as a comparatively easy way to discharge debts they cannot pay and get a clean start. But not everyone can qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy eligibility. Knowing who is eligible for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy depends… Read More
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10 Estate Planning Myths

There are many estate planning myths that can keep you from going through with creating, executing, and funding your estate plan. You need to know the truth about these estate planning tips to keep from getting caught up in the untruths and misconcep… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
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Divorce Planning: 7 Ways You Can Financially Prepare For A Divorce

Divorce is inherently an emotional process, but it also has substantial practical and financial concerns as well. Transitioning from a shared household, especially one with two incomes, to a single income home can be daunting. However, if you take ti… Read More
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Categories: Divorce
Frustrated small business owner worrying about having to file for bankruptcy.

Can Bankruptcy Save My Connecticut Small Business?

As a small business owner, making ends meet can be stressful, especially during financial downturns or seasonal lean periods. You may worry that you won’t be able to pay your employees’ payroll while paying off company debts. Bankruptcy is a powe… Read More
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Categories: Bankruptcy
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Divorce and Social Security: What You Need to Know

If you or your spouse depend on government assistance to supplement your income, divorce can substantially affect your ability to pay your bills and meet your family’s needs. When you are faced with divorce and social security questions, you need a… Read More
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Categories: Divorce

How to Negotiate Alimony or Spousal Support with Mediation

When one household becomes two, one spouse often needs to rely on spousal support from the other during the divorce process, or even after the judgment of divorce is entered. But ensuring both spouses’ needs are met doesn’t have to result in conf… Read More
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Do Transfer on Death Accounts Mean I Don’t Need an Estate Plan?

Transfer on death accounts (TODs) or Payable on Death Designations (PODs) can help transfer property to your loved ones without involving the Connecticut probate court. This makes them a useful tool in your estate planning tool belt, but using transf… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning, Wills
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The Connection Between Business Credit and Personal Credit

Business owners looking to leverage their assets to build their companies often need to develop business credit lines separate from their personal credit histories. Understanding the connection between business credit and personal credit is key to cr… Read More
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Life After Divorce: Steps to Rebuild Your Life

Rebuilding your life after divorce can be like starting from square one. You may just be happy the legal process is over, or you might wonder where to even begin. Here are some legal and lifestyle steps you can take to start healing after divorce, so… Read More
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Categories: Divorce