If you are in bankruptcy and are going to or have received a bankruptcy discharge, you are probably wondering, what now? While bankruptcy will affect your credit, there is hope to a start fresh. Your Chapter 7 bankruptcy may be reported for ten years from the date of...
Month: November 2019
What Is A Quit Claim Deed?
You may of heard of a Quit Claim Deed but wanted to know what exactly it is. A Quit Claim Deed is a legal instrument used to transfer real estate. A Quit Claim Deed is used by the owner of the real estate to quickly transfer ownership of the property to another person...
Real Estate Excise Tax Increase for 2020
If you are considering selling your house or have interest in buying a house, you will need to know about the excise tax increase beginning January 1, 2020. The Washington Legislature has proposed to increase the excise tax in efforts to raise revenue and make...
How To Build Credit After Bankruptcy
It’s a widespread myth that filing bankruptcy will ruin your credit forever. Although bankruptcy does damage your credit, the damage is not permanent. Depending on what type of bankruptcy you file, a bankruptcy can stay on your credit for up to 10 years. But that does...
How To Provide For Minors In Your Estate Plan
Having children complicates life in many interesting ways, and estate planning is no exception. Young parents don’t need anything fancy, but there are a few things you should think about. It’s best to have an estate plan in place, especially with young children, so...
