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Most of you have received or will be receiving all the important tax documents like your W-2s and 1099s in the mail at this time of year so that you can start preparing your 2014 tax returns yourself or have a professional prepare them for you.

So what happens if you receive a 1099-C in the mail and you have already filed for bankruptcy protection?

There is one thing that many people agree on: Low gas prices are good. As of today, the national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline is around $2.04. This is quite a change from the average a year ago of $3.28.

Tax season is beginning, and with that comes tax questions about a variety of topics. Today, I am going to give a short overview on the estate tax.

Our answer to this commonly asked question is… maybe. What were commonly referred to as debtor’s prisons in the 1700s and 1800s were largely eradicated in the 20th century.  Unfortunately, today,  in some circumstances, someone can be arrested for not paying a debt.

Our oldest daughter turned 16 this year and as you probably know, insurance costs increase significantly when a teenager is behind the wheel.  While she is a great driver (no tickets-- yet!), the lead foot can get us all!  What are your options if you get a speeding ticket?  In Montgomery County, if you are issued a ticket it will have a court date listed on the ticket.  If you attend

How much debt do I have to have in order to file for bankruptcy? 

Earlier this week my partner, Robert Reese, posted an article about debt buyer lawsuits. He mentioned a case in New York where a debt buyer was fined for filing bogus debt collection lawsuits against New York residents. Mr.

With the New Year in full force, so many of us started out with high and lofty goals only to realize by about January 23rd (or often in my own case January 3rd) that perhaps some more practical "intentions" might be more attainable.

With the blessed addition to our family last year, my husband and I have decided we need to have a house with a lot more space.  It is amazing how much room an eight month old baby needs.  To begin the process we contacted our realtor and he was able to offer some great tips to help market our home to potential buyers.