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It’s June and the start of wedding season! During the summer months until September is the most popular time of the year for weddings. Preparing for a wedding is more than just picking the perfect date. Selecting the best save the date cards, invitations, themes and colors, food, cake, and thank-you notes are some of the things you will have to decide on for your wedding. Another thing you will also have to take care of is getting your marriage certificate. This is a multi-step process that first requires you to apply for your marriage license.

Your marriage…

When buying a car from an individual seller, it’s probably a used car. Purchasing a used car is not always a bad thing! You will save a significant amount of money if you do so. For starters, used cars cost a lot less than a brand-new car. You will pay less in sales taxes and car insurance for a used car. It is also cheaper to register a used car than a new car in many states. It’s a good thing that now these days there is an easy way to check the history of the vehicle. When you decide to…

When purchasing real estate property, the terms deed and title often are used interchangeably. However, the meaning between a deed and a title are entirely different. Understanding the difference can help you navigate real estate purchases and why you need to distinguish the difference.

What’s in a title?

A title can be thought of as a set of rights conferred to a person. In real estate, a title can be held by an individual, partnership, multiple people, corporations, or an entity who has legal rights. The sets of rights declared in a title can govern how a piece…

According to the United States Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs, any children born outside the borders of the United States (U.S.) whose parents are U.S. citizen is by law consider citizens of the United States. However, for the child to be legally recognized as a U.S. citizen, the parents should contact the nearest U.S. embassy to apply for a Consular Report of Birth Abroad of a Citizen of the United States of America (CRBA) to document that the…

Sports for young children are great for a variety of reasons. First, it encourages them to put down the electronics, get outside, and have a bit of fun. That exercise is crucial, especially in America where obesity rates are increasing across every age group. Second, sports give children a way to make friends with similar interests. Children that grow up playing sports together can form lasting bonds that continue for a lifetime. Finally, playing sports has been shown to teach kids discipline…