Chances are you have been advised to obtain (or avoid) a credit card at some point in your life. But before getting one you should ask yourself whether you need it or not. Credit Cards have the potential to be one of the most divisive products. Try asking around about credit cards and you will find many people …
Do you have free cash and want to invest it without worrying about losing the money? Unfortunately, this is where you get into the realm of risk and return. Getting high return sometimes requires risk. However, while prices of corporate stock and bonds can experience significant upsides and downsides, many government securities are risk free …
Buying a house is one of the biggest financial decisions a person can make in their life. Before making a decision that can affect your future, spend some time to think about whether buying a house is better than renting one. The best way to make the right decision is to consider all the factors that …
Saving for retirement is becoming more and more important. To live the life you dream after retirement, you no longer can rely only on savings plan offered by your employer, or on social security alone. You should begin planning your savings for your retirement as soon as possible. Why is a Retirement Plan needed? A …
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Avoiding debt and bankruptcy isn’t always easy, especially when necessary expenses put a hole in your pocket. But while some debt may be hard to avoid, other forms of debt can take place due to financial negligence. In this article we overview the difference between reasonable and unreasonable debt, and how you can avoid falling …
In todays economy, it is no wonder why we find ourselves overwhelmed with debt, and often times wonder if we even needed the item(s) we bought to begin with. It can be important to use scrutiny in your purchasing decisions, but sometimes it’s hard to decide what to buy and what to leave on the …
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There is no question that creating savings is important for your future. But there are a variety of financial pitfalls that anyone can end up falling victim to. These pitfalls are dangerous because they can drain your savings and create financial stress for you over time. Often times we fall into these habits without noticing …
At Skrupa Law Office LLC, we realize that bad things in life can happen at the worst possible times. Believe it or not, medical bills are one of the main reasons our clients file for bankruptcy in Omaha and Lincoln. The main reason many fall behind on bills isn’t neglect. Instead, it’s usually caused due to …
The great majority of bankruptcy petitions get through the system without a hitch. Let’s face it, the Bankruptcy Process can be a scary thing for a lot of people; the last thing you need is to get in trouble for what would otherwise be a routine procedure. We want to make sure you are one of those …
Bankruptcy isn’t a “bad” thing. Millions of Americans have used the Bankruptcy System to provide for themselves and their families a fresh start. However, when people hear the word “bankruptcy” many fears come to mind. You won’t have to live in a van down by the river, walk to work, or have all your possessions …
