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The New Year Is Underway: Why January Is the Right Time to Get Your Estate Plan in Order in Pleasanton
New Year- The Right Time to Get Your Estate Plan in Order January 5th marks a meaningful point in the calendar. The celebrations have passed, routines are returning, and the energy of a new year is settling in. This is often when reflection turns into resolve—when intentions become action. For many families in Pleasanton and throughout the Tri-Valley, early January is when financial planning begins, goals are written down, and responsibilities come back into focus. It’s also one of the most practical—and powerful—times of year to address estate planning. At LaVelle Law Offices, we see a clear pattern every January: individuals and families are ready to take care of things they’ve been meaning to handle—especially when it comes to protecting ...
What Happens at the Meeting of Creditors
At the meeting of creditors, the debtor (that’s you) must make a personal appearance. Before the pandemic, these appearances were at the courthouse, but for the last two years, these “appearances” have been over the ...
The Guilt of Filing Bankruptcy: Famous Bankruptcy Filers
Almost Everyone knows someone who has filed for Bankruptcy! Almost everyone that I speak to about filing bankruptcy feels they have done something wrong, and they feel guilty that they have to file for bankruptcy. ...
Should I Use a Debt Relief Company?
Debt Relief Companies and the Better Alternative (Chapter 13 BK) When you find yourself in debt and start researching ways to get out of debt, you may come across “debt relief,” “credit counseling,” or “debt ...
Eliminating Back Taxes in Bankruptcy
Do You Owe Back Taxes? If you qualify for filing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you may be able to discharge federal and state income taxes by filing under one of these bankruptcy chapters. ...
Laws on Evictions and Back Rent in California During COVID
Evictions and Back Rent for Your Home, Apartment or Commercial Space Filing Bankruptcy may be able to help you eliminate back rent owed. Under bankruptcy law, back rent owed is included in your bankruptcy case ...
What to do if You are Falling Behind on Your Mortgage
Are you having trouble paying your mortgage due to the Covid-19 pandemic? Foreclosure Moratorium Currently, there is a foreclosure moratorium for federally backed mortgage loans through at least June 30, 2021. Forbearance is when your ...
