There are many variations on the crime of identity theft, but it all boils down to someone using your personal information to pretend they are you and charge items on your credit card, apply for loans and more. A thief may even commit a crime in your name, which gives […]
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The Importance of External Advisors in Successful Companies
The engagement of talented consultants from various professional fields is essential to the success of the company. There are traditional areas, such as economic and legal matters, in which every company customarily hires outside advisors. But there are also professional consultants in other fields who may contribute to the company […]
The Very First Steps to Investing in Real Estate
Are you considering an investment in real estate? Do you have worries and questions that hinder you from moving forward? Despite being a very lucrative venture, investing in real estate is not an easy endeavor and it can be quite tricky. However, with good information and advice, most of these […]
January is Divorce Month with More Divorces than Any Other Month
Studies have shown that couples are more likely to file for a divorce in the month of January. The number of actual divorces jumps by about 10 percent compared to other months, while attorneys consultations jump about 25 percent in January. Family law firm, The Stout Law Firm, P.L.L.C., has already […]
Where Do You Store Your Business’s Extra Stuff?
As your business grows, it starts taking up more space. Inventory, records, even old vendor statements and job applicant resumes — all of these items grow and grow until you have more boxes than can fit into a single office. When your business reaches the point where you have more […]
What Can Women Do to Protect Themselves During a Divorce?
According to the CDC, the US marriage rate is 6.8 per 1,000. What may be alarming is that the divorce rate is 3.6 per 1,000. Since that’s more than 50% of the marriage rate, it may seem like the odds are stacked against you. And even though it’s not something […]
How the Affordable Care Act Impacts You and Your Insurance
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was implemented by the Obama Administration in 2009, although it is only just now coming into effect for the average American. The individual mandate begins in 2014, which requires every American adult to have insurance for face a tax penalty. The impact of this new law is […]
Structured Settlements: Should You Keep Them Structured or Cash Out?
A structured settlement is a legal settlement paid out in portions or put out as annuity rather than in one entire lump sum. Many can receive cash for settlement as a substitute, but structured settlements are generally issued out first. They are a financial or insurance arrangement where a claimant […]
Bankruptcy 911: Steps to Take
Not only does filing for bankruptcy often carry with it a certain social stigma, but it is a painfully drawn out process as well. Whether an individual or family is looking to liquidate all assets through a Chapter 7 filing, or adjust their debts with a repayment plan via Chapter […]
IRS and You: The Most Common Red Flags that Make You Their Target
Those dreaded auditors at the IRS have you in their sights. Unlikely? In reality…yes. It is unlikely. But just because you're paranoid doesn't mean that they're not out to get you. Although barely one percent of Americans get audited each year, there are certain red flags that the IRS agents […]
Understanding the Necessity for a Commercial Lease Agreement
Renting a commercial space is a big responsibility. Anytime you are renting a commercial space to a tenant, you're going to need to have them input information and signed a commercial Lease agreement prior to them actually having access or moving to the building. What is a Commercial Lease Agreement? […]
Rise and Fall of Dubai Real Estate
Despite being located on the crossroads of Middle East, Asia, Europe and North Africa, Dubai used to be a small village where fishing and pearl diving were the major source of income. Soon after the discovery of oil reservoirs in 1966, the Emirate showed unmatched progress in all major sectors […]