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5 Must-Answer Personal Finance Questions
By Neetal Parekh | Last updated on
Can You Answer These 5 Basic Questions About Your Finances? Analyzing the Black Box of Personal Finance. What is a subprime mortgage? What is a FICO...
Underwater on Mortgage: Just Stop Paying?
By Javier Lavagnino, Esq. | Last updated on
A big part of the reason why the economy is sagging may lie in the difficulties facing the housing market. Now, many have probably heard reports about rising...
Wage Garnishment and Bankruptcy Linked?
By Javier Lavagnino, Esq. | Last updated on
Garnishments 101 An AP analysis indicates that states which allow debt collectors to go after a person's wages in their collection efforts actually have ...
What Happens to Debt After Death?
By Javier Lavagnino, Esq. | Last updated on
Reports today pointed out the possible existence of a 2002 will for Michael Jackson (believed to be his last) that divides his estate amongst his mom,...
Prenups in the Downturn: Make Them Flexible
By Caleb Groos | Last updated on
Prenuptial agreements can specify who gets what in a wide variety of splitsville scenarios. However, as some couples divorcing in the downturn have...
What is Guardianship of a Child? The Legal Battle Over Michael Jackson's Kids
By David Goguen | Last updated on
Jackson's Mother Appointed Temporary Guardian of King of Pop's Kids In what may be the opening shot in a legal skirmish over custody of Michael Jackson's...