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 Do I need title insurance when I purchase my new home?
By Brooke Stephenson Barden
In Home Buyer FAQ, Real Estate
Posted February 17, 2023

Do I need title insurance when I purchase my new home?

One of the frequent questions we are asked by buyers is “do I need title insurance?” In short, yes, you absolutely need to have title insurance and here is why: Everyone knows that your [...]

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 Do I need a survey when I purchase my home?
By Brooke Stephenson Barden
In Home Buyer FAQ, Real Estate
Posted February 6, 2023

Do I need a survey when I purchase my home?

A survey is a detailed drawing of the boundaries of a particular piece of real property, which should include any improvements (such as a driveway, buildings, deck, etc.), any encroachments, [...]

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 What happens to my digital assets when I die?
By Brooke Stephenson Barden
In Wills, Estates & Power of Attorney
Posted January 26, 2023

What happens to my digital assets when I die?

In the last twenty years, smartphones, tablets, computers, and apps have become part of our daily lives.  Americans are increasingly dependent on these technologies to create, store, and access [...]

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 Drive-Up Real Estate Closings!
By Brooke Stephenson Barden
In Real Estate
Posted April 2, 2020

Drive-Up Real Estate Closings!

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone is having to adjust and find new and creative ways to accomplish tasks while keeping everyone safe. Law firms are no different. Our clients’ and [...]

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 Bankruptcy Court Eases Requirements During COVID-19
By Brooke Stephenson Barden
In Bankruptcy, Chapter 13, Chapter 7
Posted March 31, 2020

Bankruptcy Court Eases Requirements During COVID-19

The world is feeling the impact of COVID-19 as every industry is having to adjust and learn how to function in the mist of the epidemic. The practice of law is no different. We are receiving [...]

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 Using Bankruptcy to Stop a Wage Garnishment
By Brooke Stephenson Barden
In Bankruptcy, Chapter 13, Chapter 7
Posted October 8, 2019

Using Bankruptcy to Stop a Wage Garnishment

Immediately upon filing a bankruptcy, the automatic stay is entered.  The automatic stay is an injunction, which prohibits creditors from taking any collection efforts against you, including [...]

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 Estate Planning Pitfall: Proper Funding of your Revocable Trust
By Brooke Stephenson Barden
In Wills, Estates & Power of Attorney
Posted August 23, 2019

Estate Planning Pitfall: Proper Funding of your Revocable Trust

A revocable trust, also referred to as a living trust, is a great tool to manage assets during your lifetime and avoid the probate process at your death.  The trust administration process [...]

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 Will a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Prevent a Car Repossession?
By Brooke Stephenson Barden
In Bankruptcy, Chapter 7
Posted June 18, 2019

Will a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Prevent a Car Repossession?

If you fall behind on making your car payments, the lender may consider repossessing the vehicle.  Filing a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy will temporarily stop your car lender from repossessing your car [...]

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 Advantages of Using a Real Estate Attorney vs. a Title Company for your Real Estate Closing
By Brooke Stephenson Barden
In Home Buyer FAQ, Real Estate
Posted April 22, 2019

Advantages of Using a Real Estate Attorney vs. a Title Company for your Real Estate Closing

Once the contract negotiations are complete and the contract is signed, it may seem like the hard work is done. But getting to the closing will require more work. Buying or selling a home is an [...]

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 IRS: Currently Not Collectible Status
By Brooke Stephenson Barden
In Tax Representation
Posted November 9, 2018

IRS: Currently Not Collectible Status

What happens when you cannot afford to pay the IRS? Many Americans find themselves with a large tax bill from the IRS that they cannot afford to pay. You may be receiving threatening letters from [...]

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