Sometimes, consumers in Woodland Park, New Jersey, get overwhelmed with debt and consider filing bankruptcy. Consumers can remove certain unsecured debts, such as medical, in Chapter 7 bankruptcy by selling nonexempt property. However, not all consumers are eligible...
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Telling your kids that you are divorcing in New Jersey
One of the most challenging things that separating parents in New Jersey do is break the news to their kids. You need to prepare, the timing must be right, and your kids should come out of the whole process without it affecting their lives for the worst. If you are...
Bankruptcy is an option for low-income filers
Many myths exist regarding bankruptcy, and one misconception may center on the debtor's overall income and obligations. Beliefs that only wealthy New Jersey residents seek bankruptcy protection are inaccurate. Low-income earners could find themselves dealing with...
3 warning signs your therapist is hurting your marriage
Unhappily married couples are sometimes able to work through their issues in couples therapy. When communication has completely broken down in a New Jersey marriage, though, couples therapy may be out of the question. To get some mental health relief, spouses may...
The costs of crossing the Mexican border legally
Residents and families of Woodland Park and other areas of New Jersey may want to learn more about legal immigration and crossing into the U.S. from Mexico. People often ask how much it costs to become a U.S. citizen. The current cost of becoming a U.S. citizen is...
What to know about student loans and bankruptcy
When consumers in New Jersey see no way out of debt, bankruptcy allows them to discharge certain unsecured debt. However, not all unsecured debts qualify for discharge, such as domestic obligations. It is commonly believed that student debt cannot get discharged, but...
K-1 visa attributes
It is a long and difficult process to get approved for a K-1 visa, sometimes known as the "fiancé" visa. The K-1 visa is a means for a New Jersey resident to get citizenship for their partner by marrying them, but it is a highly complex process, and there is always a...
Travel bans cannot stop issuing of visas
The State Department can no longer prevent international travelers from coming to New Jersey just because of a travel ban. Under the previous presidential administration, a travel ban to prevent the promulgation of a global pandemic applied collectively to noncitizens...
What is the process of a criminal case in New Jersey?
Being arrested on criminal charges can be terrifying. Whether you’ve been charged with something minor or major, it can turn your world upside down. In New Jersey, there is a certain process to a criminal case. If you’re facing charges in the state, you should know...
What you should know about federal bankruptcy exemptions
If you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in New Jersey, you may be at risk of losing property, such as a home, car or expensive jewelry. However, the federal government provides you with a variety of exemptions that may make it easier to protect the equity built up in...