Tax Refunds and Back Due Child Support: A Guide
Delinquent child support is a major issue in North Carolina and throughout the country. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that less than half of custodial parents receive the full amount owed. State and federal regulations [...]
Real Estate Law in North Carolina: What to Know About Earnest Money
The residential real estate market has been blazing hot. The median residential real estate price in North Carolina hit a record high in 2021. With more at stake in real estate transactions than ever before, [...]
Four Tips for Talking About Estate Planning With Your Family Members
Estate planning is essential. Every adult in North Carolina should have a personalized estate plan in place that provides the maximum amount of protection for themselves and their loved ones. Yet, many adults lack an [...]
Estate Planning: Is an Out-of-State Will Recognized as Valid in North Carolina?
Many Americans will move to a different state during the course of their life. According to data provided by the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, approximately 40 percent of people nationwide live in a [...]
Family Law in North Carolina: What are the Best Interests of the Child Factors?
For parents who have young kids, going through a divorce or separation can be especially challenging. You have to work out issues related to child custody and child visitation. In North Carolina, custody & visitation [...]
Special Needs Planning in North Carolina: Your Guide to ABLE Accounts
Does your child or close loved one have special needs? If so, it is crucial that you speak with an attorney who understands the special estate planning needs you may have. Leaving money or property [...]
Real Estate in North Carolina: Four of the Most Common Title Problems
As simply defined by Investopedia, a title is a legal document “that shows legal ownership to a property.” If you are buying or selling residential or commercial real estate in North Carolina, it is crucial [...]
Can You Give Up Parental Rights? A Guide to North Carolina Law
North Carolina parents have important legal rights and legal responsibilities. You may be wondering: Can one simply give up their parental rights in North Carolina? The short answer is “no” — you cannot voluntarily relinquish [...]
Real Estate Transaction Management
The real estate market has been especially hot over the past 12 months. Earlier this year, the Carolina Public Press reported that the housing market in North Carolina “exploded” as pandemic-related restrictions started to ease. [...]
Cost of Estate Planning (You Can Afford It)
Every adult needs an estate plan. A well-designed estate plan will help you ensure that your wishes are honored no matter what tomorrow brings. Yet, a shocking percentage of Americans do not have any type [...]
