Many people aspire to own a home. With mortgage rates at record lows, homeownership may be closer than ever to your reach. But is owning a home better than renting? One option may not be “better” than the other. However, there are advantages to owning a home that you...
Some people in North Carolina may suppose that if they do not have a will when they die, their estate automatically goes to their spouse and/or children. The truth of the matter is that it depends on the person's estate and a number of family matters. According to...
If you're in the process of buying a home in North Carolina, it's safe to assume that you're looking forward to the day when you finally get your hands on the keys.As excited as you may be, you don't want to get ahead of yourself. There are many important steps to...
When a loved one passes away, you may find yourself in the middle of the probate process. Even if you're not the executor of the will, you could still play a major part in the way things unfold. For example, this holds true if you're a beneficiary.An understanding of...
Everyone is guilty of violating the rules of the road every now and again. For example, even if you're a safe driver, there may come a time when you look at the speedometer and realize that you're driving too fast.There's little as nerve-racking as the sight of a...
Once you create your will, it is easy to let the document sit in a drawer or safe for years. While it is always better to have a will than not to have one, there are many ways that an outdated will can cause complications after you pass away.Any time that you...
Estate planning is a topic that many people don't like to think about. However, all adults must ensure that they have this taken care of. The last thing that your family members need when you pass away is the stress of dividing everything. Your estate plan does a lot...
There are quite a few people who mistakenly believe that the only driving defenses worth fighting against are drunk or drugged driving charges. In reality, there are many kinds of traffic violations that can leave you in a legally precarious position.Any sort of...
Helping your parents age gracefully is a complicated task. In many cases, you must support their wishes, but you will also need to watch for signs that they can no longer take care of themselves properly. Dementia, compromised decision-making or other medical...
Buying a home is a complicated process, but it's one that remains a cornerstone of the American dream. Most people hope to eventually own their own place, whether that property is a cabin in the woods or a penthouse condo in a downtown setting. You may think that...
