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...
Having a will means that the estate will most likely go through the probate process. According to Forbes, a long probate process can leave beneficiaries in limbo. They may be uncertain of their inheritance or when they may receive it. While retirement accounts,...
When you have a will, the state must honor it as long as it is valid under the law. If you have a will when you die, you die testate, and your family must file the document with the Clerk of Superior Court, according to the North Carolina Administrative Office of the...
Points come off your driver’s license every time you receive a speeding conviction. They likewise come off every time you simply pay a fine without going to court. Most people fail to realize that paying a ticket fine, speeding or otherwise, amounts to pleading guilty...
Some homebuyers are very interested in purchasing a foreclosed property because they think it represents a better deal. Others are wary because they fear the potential difficulties involved and the condition the home may be in. If you are thinking about buying a...
Distractions within the vehicle are a major reason for teen traffic tickets. These tickets come with fines, points on a license and even increased insurance rates. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, here are some ways that you can help...
North Carolina has a graduated license, which means that you must go through levels to earn your full license privileges. After your permit, and once you turn 16 years old, you can get your provisional license, but if you have had any speeding ticket, this could delay...
When you purchase your first home, you may wonder what will happen at the closing. This is when you usually sign all the paperwork for your new house. According to Bankrate.com, the closing does not take place as soon as the seller accepts your offer. It may take one...
Something that may be part of your estate plan is having a safeguard against damaging actions of your executor. A probate bond, according to Zack's, is an amount of money paid to the estate to guarantee the executor will complete the duties of the position. It also...
If a law enforcement officer arrests you for having a blood alcohol concentration above North Carolina’s 0.08% legal limit, you face serious criminal consequences, such as jail time, fines and fees. Your employment and educational prospects may also be on the line...