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Can you assume a mortgage and refinance at the same time?
Refinance the joint mortgage. When one spouse wants to keep the home, the mortgage can (and should) be refinanced in their name only. ‘Assume’ the origina...
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Who is the owner of the life estate?
His wife’s ownership interest in the property vested at the time of his death. Unexpectedly, two months after John Jr.’s death, his wife committed suicide...
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What research should you do before buying a car?
10 things you need to know before buying a car Think about financing. Check your credit score. Shop around. Compare prices. Research your trade-in’s value...
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Can you deduct the cost of land?
Yes, you can only write off the taxes. Any money you pay for land improvements are added to the basis of the land (price you paid for it) to reduce the ca...
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What is required in a home improvement contract?
A home improvement contract and any changes made to that contract must be in writing, legible, easy to understand, and inform the consumer of his/her righ...
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How many 70 year olds are still working?
A 2016 report from Stanford University shows that 17% of Americans between 70 and 74 were still working at least 10 hours weekly in 2012, up from about 12...
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How much money can you give your child tax free?
In 2020 and 2021, you can give up to $15,000 to someone in a year and generally not have to deal with the IRS about it. If you give more than $15,000 in c...
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Does Medicaid automatically renew Louisiana?
You must renew your Medicaid every year. When it is time to renew, Medicaid will send you a letter. The letter will list three ways to renew. The fastest ...
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What is acquiring the competitor?
An acquisition is when one company purchases most or all of another company’s shares to gain control of that company. Purchasing more than 50% of a target...
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What is JV WOS?
A foreign entity is termed as JV of the Indian Party/Resident Indian when there are other foreign promoters holding the stake along with the Indian Party....
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