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Does a Real Estate Attorney Represent the Buyer or the Seller?
Real estate transactions, whether for residential or commercial purposes, are some of the most consequential deals you are likely to enter into. If you are new to the process, you might be wondering whether it’s necessary, or even required to have a lawyer represent you. Does the answer depend on whether you are the… Read More »
Advantages and Disadvantages of Bankruptcy
Every year, bankruptcy literally helps hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. take control of their finances and find a way out from overwhelming and burdensome debt. Even so, bankruptcy might not be right for everyone struggling with debt. Before you decide to file for bankruptcy, it’s important to know both the advantages… Read More »
Real Estate Contract Prep: Tips to Negotiate a Successful Real Estate Agreement
The dynamic world of real estate is filled with opportunities. However, navigating the complex terrain of real estate contracts can be challenging, to say the least. At the Law Office of Taran M. Provost, PLLC, we understand that a successful negotiation is the cornerstone of every fruitful real estate transaction. Read on for some… Read More »
Understanding Secured vs. Unsecured Debt
In a world that revolves around debt, it can be easy to get sucked into a situation where your debt becomes more overwhelming than you can manage. Before you start breaking down that mountain of debt, it’s important to understand what you’re working with. Debt comes in two forms: secure and unsecured debt. Understanding… Read More »
Chapter 13 Debt Limits
Bankruptcy is an essential legal tool relied upon by millions of Americans each year. If you are considering bankruptcy, it’s important to identify the type of bankruptcy best suited to your circumstances. Chapter 13 bankruptcy is helpful for many debtors who earn an income and would be able to repay their debts if given… Read More »
Does Bankruptcy Eliminate All Debt? What Is Dischargeable/Nondischargeable?
Bankruptcy is meant to clean the slate so that you can start fresh and rebuild your financial profile. Does that mean you can eliminate all of your debts through bankruptcy? Will any debt remain? Read on to explore the difference between dischargeable and nondischargeable debts. If you’re dealing with overwhelming or burdensome debt in… Read More »
What Do Real Estate Lawyers Do?
If you’re planning on buying or selling a piece of commercial or residential real estate, it’s important to have the right legal team on your side. Likewise, if you and your neighbor have a border dispute, or if you and your former spouse are trying to split the family property, you’ll need an experienced… Read More »
How to Improve Your Credit Score After Bankruptcy
There’s no getting around it: Filing for bankruptcy will hurt your credit score. Thankfully, however, the damage is not permanent. Depending upon which form of bankruptcy you pursued, the bankruptcy itself will fully disappear from your credit report after seven or ten years. Well before that time has elapsed, however, you can take steps… Read More »
New York Homestead Exemption
Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a lifeline for people drowning in debt or struggling to keep up with all their monthly bills and expenses. When people hear Chapter 7 referred to as “liquidation,” however, they start to worry that they will have to sell off all of their property to pay their debts as part… Read More »
What to Do When You Have a Real Estate Dispute
Ideally, your real estate transaction goes off without a hitch. You negotiate a price, obtain funding, and execute the closing. No unexpected issues arise after the fact. Unfortunately, the real world is often less than ideal. Parties may back out of a sale in the middle of closing, issues may arise with financing, or… Read More »
