Blog Posts in March, 2010

• Posted By demetriagraves 31-Mar-2010

  That Baseball Divorce...

  Dodger's owner Frank McCourt and his estranged wife Jamie are in a Los Angeles courtroom where a judge is considering Jamie's request for $1 million in monthly support from her husband. It seems like the first pitches of the baseball season were ...

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• Posted By demetriagraves 29-Mar-2010

  Not All Bankruptcies Are Created Equal

  California bankruptcy law is based on federal law; however there are differences that make California's state laws unique. If you are facing the possibility of bankruptcy, it is in your best interest to contact an attorney that is experienced with ...

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• Posted By demetriagraves 29-Mar-2010

  Do I Qualify for a Loan Modification?

  Are you financially on the edge? Just barely making the house payments by pushing off other payments? Is your house now worth less than what you originally paid? You may qualify for a loan modification and it may be just what you need to balance the ...

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• Posted By demetriagraves 24-Mar-2010

  Choosing Bankruptcy or Foreclosure? STOP!

  If things are getting tight and you think it is a choice between losing the house or declaring bankruptcy, I have news for you. You have other choices and you should avoid bankruptcy if possible! It is widely acknowledged now that less than 5% of ...

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• Posted By demetriagraves 24-Mar-2010

  Asking Yourself, "Do I Need an Attorney?" YOU DO!

  Even if we lived in a perfect world there would be divorces. Life just throws too many curves to be able to predict what may happen in 10, 20 or 30 years. In a perfect world, the perfect divorce would be one of complete understanding, wouldn't have ...

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• Posted By demetriagraves 18-Mar-2010

  Declaring Bankruptcy - what's really involved?

  Some clients I have spoken to, have the idea that you just declare bankruptcy and that solves all your financial problems. Suddenly the slate is wiped clean, with a simple declaration and there's nothing else to worry about. Unfortunately the process ...

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• Posted By demetriagraves 18-Mar-2010

  Everything you need to know about prenuptial agreements

  Nothing can kill romance faster than the word prenup. But with about one in three of all first marriages ending in divorce, and 50 percent of second or third ones bombing out, a prenup is smart financial planning. Marriage is always considered as a ...

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• Posted By demetriagraves 14-Mar-2010

  What "The Bachelor" Couple, and Every Couple, Needs to Know Before Getting Married

  With previous "Bachelor" couple, Jason Mesnick and Molly Malaney, recently marrying in Los Angeles and with "The Bachelor's" newest couple, Jake Pavelka and Vienna Girardi, gleefully affirming their love for each other and their plans for marriage, ...

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• Posted By demetriagraves 12-Mar-2010

  More About Mortgage Loan Modifications

  If you are having a hard time meeting the monthly payments on your mortgage, then it might be time to find out more about a mortgage loan modification. Common reasons for needing a loan modification include; a loss of income, a lay-off or reduction ...

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• Posted By demetriagraves 4-Mar-2010

  Bankruptcy = Financial Repair

  I've worked with many clients helping them through tough economic times and although bankruptcy can be a difficult and painful process, the good news is that people who take this route DO recover and often are stronger as a result. The key question ...

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• Posted By demetriagraves 4-Mar-2010

  Bankruptcy Stats and Tips

  In my law office, I've been helping an increasing number of clients with bankruptcy. It seems that the economic recovery effort has not slowed consumer bankruptcy filings. According to national data, they surged 14% in February compared with last ...

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• Posted By demetriagraves 4-Mar-2010

  Bankruptcy, You've Been Around!

  Recently, I've been helping an increasing number of clients with bankruptcy. Even though this can be a painful experience, having the right attorney to guide you through the process is vital. In light of this, I thought it would be interesting to ...

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