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Can someone bring an adverse possession claim against your home?

As a property owner in Virginia, you want to protect yourself from losing the money you have already invested in the purchase, upkeep or improvement of your real property. You became the owner of that property by purchasing it or possibly inheriting it from a loved...

Can a home seller back out once you have a deal?

In today’s housing market, finding a home that you love and can afford isn’t always an easy task, so you’re naturally excited to make a deal on your dream home – until the seller tries to back out of the deal.Sellers sometimes want to cancel a sale simply because they...

What happens if you jump bail in Virginia?

The nature of the offense notwithstanding, if you are indicted and charged with a crime, you are in serious trouble. Even if the charge does not lead to a conviction, you might still end up with a stained reputation. This underpins the importance of coming up with an...

A longer divorce results in higher costs

Filing for divorce is an emotional process. For many, this is the focus of their energy and time during the proceedings. However, you may not realize that the cost of divorce increases the more time it takes. Learn more about the cost of divorce and what you can do to...

3 options for your home in a divorce

If you are filing for divorce, you may wonder what options you have for your home. After all, this is probably the biggest marital asset you have. You have a few options to consider regarding your marital home. You should choose the option that best suits your needs...

How many tickets can you get before you lose your license?

Every ticket that you pay will add points to your license. As those demerit points add up, you will likely have to pay more for car insurance. At some point, you could potentially face the suspension of your driving privileges because of your traffic infractions. How...

What if you want to sell your land but your co-owner doesn’t?

Co-ownership of real property can make it more accessible. You may not have enough liquid capital on hand to offer a competitive purchase price or provide a down payment. Buying with a friend or co-worker could help you take advantage of a great real estate investment...

What are a child’s best interests?

When parents can’t agree on custody arrangements, Virginia courts consider what are a child’s best interests before making a decision.   What Is Considered a Child’s Best Interest in Virginia?   Divorce can be a difficult process, especially when children...

5 signs your child is struggling with your divorce

If you are a divorcing parent, the top of your worries will be how your children will cope. While you only have to look around to see that kids are pretty resilient and most do just fine after their parents split, some kids struggle more than others.If you see any of...

When does petit larceny become grand larceny in Virginia?

Theft charges come in many different sizes for those accused of property crimes in Virginia. The circumstances leading to the accusations and the value of the property allegedly involved play a major role in the consequences someone may face.Petty theft or petit...

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