Selling a home in today’s economic conditions is a challenge. Here are some “smart” tips for you to consider once you have a potential Buyer ready to move forward:
1. Offer to Purchase: Although not often explained to a buyer, this “binder” may have full legal force and hold you to a deal. ... Views: 746
Buying a home is a huge purchase for you. Here are some “smart” tips for you:
1. Offer to Purchase: Although not often explained to a buyer, this “binder” may have full legal force and hold you to a deal. Make sure to have it reviewed by your attorney and that it contains the words, ... Views: 701
I have been searching the web to see what counselors, financial people and divorce mediators are saying about the link between money fights and subsequent divorce. Money problems certainly rank at the top of the list for causes of marital discord. There is also research showing that increased ... Views: 943
1. What is Divorce Mediation?
Divorce mediation is a voluntary, confidential and structured process in which spouses who are seeking divorce come together in a safe, comfortable setting and communicate with the help of a Mediator "a trained neutral". Discussions take place in an environment ... Views: 967
1. A male and female co-mediation team approach to divorce mediation addresses the needs and concerns of each party and the couple as a whole.
I mediate with my partner. We provide a male - female co mediation model of mediation to our clients. By having a male and female mediator (neutral) ... Views: 982
It is time for the "college planning meeting" called for in your separation agreement. It may have been some time since you and your former spouse have been in the same room. You have no idea how to move through this tough topic without stirring old emotions and without argument. Here are 5 ... Views: 878
As your parents age, you are often forced to make difficult decisions about medical, financial or safety issues that you aren't prepared to make. This guide looks at the top indicators you should be "on the look out for" in considering whether your loved one can continue to live alone. The ... Views: 1225
The Divorce rate for Boomers (those born between the years of 1946 and 1964) is on a steady increase. The issues, priorities and choices made in a "Boomer Divorce" are unique to and have significant consequences not only to themselves but to their "extended family" and life long friends. While ... Views: 1164
As you may have heard Massachusetts has passed a new alimony law that goes into effect in March, 2012.
The new law sets forth "guidelines" that citizens and practitioners had sought for many years on the issue of alimony a/k/a spousal support. The new law is the result of citizen, attorney, ... Views: 886
With so much at stake, it is surprising that many Buyers do not hire an attorney to protect their legal interests and guide them through the land mines of the home purchase process. Here are ten services an experienced attorney representing you exclusively will provide you at a reasonable ... Views: 685
So, your divorce is final in the eyes of the court but there are many activities left to be done. This guide will provide you with a list of 10 (of course, there will be more) to get you started in planning for your new situation and tend to the details of your divorce agreement.
1. Estate ... Views: 944
Adult children/siblings often find themselves responsible for their parents care. As parents of adult children age or become faced with disabling conditions, many questions inevitably arise including who will manage their finances, who will take care of them physically and should they remain in ... Views: 1399
Even though Massachusetts does not recognize the living will to be an enforceable legal document; as an Attorney, I still advise my clients to have one, but not just your typical living will – a form too general in my opinion. I provide my clients with the Five Wishes document. If they so ... Views: 1821