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A divorce is something no one ever wants to go through. The stress and uncertainty surrounding the process can cause divorcing spouses to act out of character and make regrettable decisions. By staying calm, however, and focusing on what’s most important, divorcing...
Running a family business can involve walking a fine line between professional and personal relationships. If you cross this line, you could wind up facing some unfortunate consequences. For instance, too many entities discriminate against daughters when it comes to...
The pandemic changed the way many businesses operate. As such, you may be thinking about leasing new space for your business. Doing so can be necessary if your needs or your employees' work habits look different than they did a couple of years ago. Finding the right...
Effective communication is the foundation of every healthy co-parenting relationship. Though building this type of relationship may be second nature for some, it can be quite difficult for parents with a conflict-filled past. Having an understanding of the three main...
Before beginning the divorce process, it’s essential for spouses to understand what property is at stake and how their assets will be divided. New York is an equitable distribution state, meaning all marital property will be split fairly but not necessarily equally....
When beginning the estate planning process, many people believe they only need to create a will to achieve their financial goals. For some, this may be enough to protect their assets and give them peace of mind. But that’s not always the case. Those with specific...
The rise in mortgage rates has affected real estate markets across the country. Fortunately, on Long Island, the market has remained strong as house prices continue to climb. How strong? In September 2022, the median sale price for homes was $625,000, which is a 4.2%...
Using social media and posting about major life events has become a daily habit for many people. However, divorcing spouses may want to fight that urge. During a divorce, it’s essential to be careful when using social media sites, as anything posted online can...
If you’re getting divorced, it is important to review your estate plan right away. In all likelihood, your ex played a prominent role in the plan, as a beneficiary and perhaps also as your health care proxy. Change is in order and the time to act is now. What happens...
Couples in New York often have to make careful choices about how they hold their wealth. Simply putting funds in a savings account won't maximize returns. It is common for people to diversify their assets by maintaining an investment portfolio, buying real estate and...