2015

  • Benefits Of A Credit Counselling Program

    If you are struggling financially and are unsure as to how to get your financial life back on track, you may consider credit counseling. Credit counselling is a great alternative for those who don't have the ability to file for bankruptcy, or who just don't want to take a hit on their credit by filing for bankruptcy. Credit counselling is not for everyone, and it truly depends on how bad your financial trouble is, but it does not hurt to explore the option.
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  • How To Prevent A Private Car Sale From Going South

    Picture your dream car, available at a decent price that is affordable to you for the first time in your life. Even if the car is used, you would likely purchase it as long as everything seemed to be in working condition, right? While used car lots and companies selling cars must legally abide by certain rules within their sale process (letting you know of any problems with the car), things can become a little sketchy when dealing with private sellers.
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  • Protecting Yourself After An Identity Theft Incident

    You've pulled up to the ATM only to find that you have insufficient funds in your account. After contacting your bank, you are told that you have a negative balance. After some calculating, you quickly discover that you're not the one who has been withdrawing money and charging items to your account. You've been a victim of identity fraud. There are several things you'll need to do when you discover that you've been robbed financially. Freeze Your Accounts It can literally take minutes for a thief to get a hold of your bank account numbers and wipe out your savings account until it's dry.
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  • Talking To The Police After A Car Accident

    Vehicle collisions are, unfortunately, very common today. The average driver will be involved in a car crash about every 17.9 years, which means that you are likely to have some type of fender bender at least once during your life. With odds like these, it makes sense to prepare yourself properly, just in case. After a car accident, one of the first things you'll have to do is talk to the police.
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  • So You Want To Become A Lawyer?

    Choosing the career path you're going to take can be a difficult choice to make. In today's world, it seems as though the possibilities are endless. Making a mark on the world is often a factor in determining what you want to do with the rest of your life. One field that is sure to help you make your mark is law. When you decide you want to become a lawyer, you might not know where to begin, but the process is more straightforward than you might think.
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  • Tips For Making Your Last Will And Testament

    One of the facts of life is that everyone is going to die. In order to make sure that your last desires are fulfilled and your belongings divided or distributed correctly, it is important to have a last will and testament, also known as a will. In order to make sure that your will covers everything thoroughly and exactly as you wish, consider the following tips. Things to Include Depending on your province, there are different things to consider including in your will.
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  • Tips For Surviving A Child Custody Battle

    Divorce can be very difficult, and the situation can become even more stressful when there is a child custody battle. If you are currently in a custody dispute with your former spouse, it is important to stay calm and consider what is best for your children. Use the following tips to survive a child custody battle: Work with an Experienced Lawyer Navigating the court system can be difficult, so it is well worth hiring an attorney when you are facing child custody issues.
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  • Why You Shouldn't Make A Will Without A Lawyer

    Nowadays, there are a lot of software programs and templates out there that you can use to create a will on your own, so you might assume that you can make one yourself without a lawyer. Although you are better off making a will on your own than not making one at all, it really does pay to hire a lawyer instead. These are a few reasons why you shouldn't try to make a will without the help of an attorney.
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