On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Jun 30, 2017 | Family Law
Virginia families might face challenges after a divorce when one parent decides to marry another who has children. There are some things to consider when becoming a blended family.Finances are usually a complicated topic, so it is best to discuss expectations and...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Jun 28, 2017 | Bankruptcy
People going through a Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Virginia should take care to implement their court-ordered plans or they could face difficulties in obtaining credit in the future. There are a number of auto lenders that handle loans to consumers with past bankruptcies...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Jun 26, 2017 | Bankruptcy
One sign that the Federal Reserve Bank believes that the American economy is recovering could also lead to much more expensive credit card debt for consumers in Virginia and across the country. For consumers with debt, including credit card debt, home equity lines of...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Jun 20, 2017 | Divorce
For Virginia couples who are ending their marriage, the manner in which they should handle their finances with a divorce on the horizon may be a cause for concern. However, there are things they can do to prepare for the process.Advice regarding legal issues should...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Jun 20, 2017 | Bankruptcy
More Virginia residents might be using a high deductible health insurance plan than they were five years ago based on a study conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics. The study defined "high deductible" as a plan with an average deductible of $1,300 for...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Jun 6, 2017 | Bankruptcy
Many Americans accumulate credit card debt at some point during their lives. The average amount of credit card debt in U.S. households is $5,700. This may not seem like a huge amount, but it can have long-term consequences that Virginia cardholders may need to be...
On Behalf of Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC | Jun 5, 2017 | Bankruptcy
Virginians who are considering filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy might want to be aware of a recent Supreme Court decision that concerned the ability of debt collectors to file stale claims. The Supreme Court's ruling has confused attorneys around the country and may...
