When going through a divorce as a parent, it’s likely that your main priority will be the children. You’ll want a custody order that not only works for you, but more importantly, is good for your child. If you and your spouse are still amicable, then you might be able...
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3 common risks that undermine the benefits of a merger
Business growth and development can be very challenging, and companies sometimes struggle to keep up with the increased demand for their products. Other times, they may have a hard time pivoting to meet changing consumer standards. A merger can be the perfect solution...
4 mistakes business owners make during formation
Starting a business can be complicated, as you have to make many critical decisions. Thus, it may help to learn more about business to make the right moves. Mistakes in the beginning can affect you for years. Not all startups become established companies, and this may...
What should you include in your parenting plan?
Parenting after a separation or divorce can be a difficult and stressful process, but having a well-crafted parenting plan can make all the difference. This is a document that outlines the responsibilities and schedules of each parent. It is crucial to ensure that...
Are there different kinds of trusts?
When planning out your estate, you may find a will isn’t enough to help secure and distribute your assets. Assets in a will, after all, have to go through the probate process and may include estate taxes. Instead, you’ve considered creating a trust. Yet, there isn’t...
Who should be the guardian of your children?
One of the aspects of estate planning is keeping your children safe and well-taken care of if you die or are incapacitated before they’re adults. This is done by designating a guardian for them in your estate plans. However, before you begin, you should have an...
How often do children take over the family farm?
Over the years, there has certainly been a tradition where parents raise their children on the farm, the children leave to go to college and then they come back home and run the farm. Reports have claimed that this is more often true for sons than daughters. But the...
Divorcing your business partner
In many cases, your divorce is not going to have anything to do with your business. You may simply own a business that you started by yourself, or with another business partner, and your spouse has no part of it. If you are worried about having to give up some of the...
Why your choice of executor matters
When making a will, you are probably aware that you need to appoint an executor, otherwise referred to as a personal representative. They will be responsible for administering your estate when you are gone and implementing your last wishes as specified by the will. It...
What can a cohabitation agreement do for you?
Maybe you and your significant other have decided to take the next step in your relationship and move in together. You may have no plans to marry. Perhaps you and your partner have been living together for a while. You’ve decided you like this arrangement and see no...