by jrlk | Sep 16, 2010 | Estate Planning, Financial
Imagine for a moment that you have just died suddenly. Your grieving loved ones are in complete shock. When it comes time to “get down to business” they are still having a difficult time accepting the fact you are gone. They come to your house looking...
by jrlk | Jul 16, 2010 | Divorce, Financial
In a divorce, marital property is divided between the spouses. Marital property includes all things that have been accumulated during the marriage, including real estate, vehicles, savings accounts, and retirement assets. Retirement assets can often be overlooked....
by jrlk | Mar 8, 2010 | Divorce, Financial
Today’s post is a guest post by Elizabeth Rosar Chermack. Liz is a Minnesota bankruptcy attorney providing compassionate and practical advice to her clients. Liz is the author of the Minnesota Bankruptcy and Housing Blog. Bankruptcy and divorce often go hand-in-hand....
by jrlk | Jan 22, 2010 | Divorce, Financial
We have been hearing the word all over the news: recession. Unemployment is up, foreclosures are up, spending is down. In times like these, money and finances are likely a hot topic in many households and something that husbands and wives are fighting about. However,...
by jrlk | Jun 16, 2009 | All About Lawyers, Child Support, Courts, Divorce, Financial, Legal Fees
In case you haven’t heard, the court system (like everything else) is broke. Starting July 1, 2009, Minnesota court filing fees will be increases. The new family court filing fees for most of the state (Hennepin County tends to run higher by $2) will be: $400...
by jrlk | May 14, 2009 | Divorce, Financial, Resources
Divorce is a time where many things change, and many issues must be addressed. Divorce is also the time where many people must face the financial problems that have been ignored for years. It is really important to check, understand, and protect your credit. Check...