If you want to sell your home as quickly as possible -- and for as high a price as possible -- one strategy to help you do so is to "stage" your home. There are professional real estate stagers who can assist with this process, but, in some cases, you can also do an...
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Nesting: Is it a fad or a great solution to custody issues?
Child custody options evolve over time. One of the newest options to gain some traction is known as nesting, or bird-nesting. Is it a terrific new solution that will change custody proceedings forever? Or is it a fad that will die out in time and get replaced by...
How to choose the right guardian for your children
There is a lot that goes into creating an estate plan. If you have children under the age of 18, it's critical to name a guardian. This is the person who will raise your children should you and your spouse pass on. Since this is such a big decision, it's one that...
How to help children grow and develop in the wake of divorce
You know that your divorce is not ideal for your children, even though you feel like it was the right decision for you and your ex. You worry about how the children will grow up and develop in this new lifestyle. What can you do to make them healthy, resilient and...
Consider the potential benefits of a trust in your NC estate plan
In the minds of many people, estate planning basically means creating a last will. That is certainly a significant part of the estate planning process, but it isn't the only concern. Creating power of attorney documents to protect yourself in the event of...
Marital property division in North Carolina — The basics
If you are considering divorce and live in the Kenly area, you might be wondering how the court will divide your marital property. While some states use the community property method to the divide assets and debt of a divorcing couple, most other states, including...
5 tips for your first purchase of a family home
Buying a home is a major step for couples, and it's something that does come with plenty of potential issues. When you're ready to buy your first home, it's important that you know what you can do to protect yourself and your interests. There are a few tips that can...
Why your powers of attorney are almost as important as a will
You know you need to do estate planning. You have always assumed that just means drafting a will. You assume you can split your financial assets evenly between your two children, give one of them the house and the other the vacation cabin, and then split up minor...
Neutrality in custody: Child exchanges in neutral territories
You may not have considered it, but once you have a parenting plan and decide to drop off your child to the other parent, where will you do so? Is it really a good idea to invite your ex-wife or husband to your home? Would you feel comfortable arriving at his or her...
Why you should stay away from social media during a divorce
You will probably experience a lot of difficult emotions during your divorce process. This may cause you to reach out to friends and family for support, and what better way to do that than utilizing Facebook and other social media outlets, right? Actually, using...