There has been a steady rise in bankruptcy filings in recent years. Some of these cases involving divorcing or divorced parents. Unfortunately, widespread confusion and misconceptions about how bankruptcy affects child support obligations can complicate these...
Bankruptcy
The debt abyss: Culprits that can lead to bankruptcy
Debt is often a necessary evil in today’s world. However, it’s crucial to acknowledge that it can either be a powerful tool for building a future or a heavy burden dragging you down. While unforeseen circumstances can play a role in a debt spiral, there are specific...
Getting out from under medical debt
A public radio station recently aired a story about a couple who were facing more than $160,000 in debt they could not pay back. While this couple's story is unusual in some ways in at least one important way, their story is all too familiar: They had no health...
What does an adoption home study involve?
Virginia residents considering adoption know there are many steps in the process that must be followed to ensure a successful adoption. One of the most important steps is the home study. If you are thinking about adopting a child, or already involved in the adoption...
Shake off any pangs of guilt when filing for bankruptcy
This could not have happened to you. But it did. For years, you have cautiously told anyone you knew the dangers of overspending and falling into debt. Little did they know that you harbored a long-kept secret: You, too, struggle with debt. So much so that you owe...