As recession-related bankruptcy filings rise, courts are dealing not only with larger caseloads but also more time-consuming case filings. An increase in pro se litigants leads to a bigger drain on court resources, as well as bigger challenges for trustees. »

Millions of Americans are bearing the burden of caring for aging parents. But, with the right planning you can minimize the toll on everyone. Learn how to protect assets and take advantage of outside services and new technologies. »

You've worked hard for your money, and made every attempt to be a conscientious saver. So it's only natural that you want some control over what happens to your assets in the event of your death. »

Don’t give up on your dream of better credit. It is possible for you to get it, regardless of how poor your current credit is, and you can do it all on your own. »

A pet trust is a sure way to make sure that your pet will be cared for after you have passed away. It is a legal arrangement where you leave money in a person’s name for the purpose of caring for the pets. »

Do you have a will yet? If you don’t, there is no better time than now to get one done. A will is something that you should not put off. Not having a will in place will leave people to wonder what you would have wanted done with your belongings. Even if you think... »

If you’re behind in paying your bills, or a creditor’s records mistakenly make it appear that you are, a debt collector may be contacting you. »

Everyday, companies target consumers who have poor credit histories with promises to clean up their credit report so they can get a car loan, a home mortgage, insurance, or even a job once they pay them a fee for the service. The truth is, these companies can’t deliver an improved credit report for you... »

It is now possible to find all sorts of court records online. Many municipalities now place their records on the Internet for ease and convenience. »