Tag Archives: Down Town Lees Summit

Losing What You Were Awarded in a Divorce in Kansas

Posted on December 16, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Kansas law states that a person must execute on a judgment within seven (7) years of the entry of the divorce decree.  In a recent Kansas court case, Janice Larimore learned this lesson the hard way when she failed to … Continue reading →

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Losing the Home Sale Exclusion Rule

Posted on December 15, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

The United States tax code, Section 121(a), allows a taxpayer to sell their primary personal residence tax free as long as the taxpayer lived in the property for two or more years.  However, the maximum amount that can be tax … Continue reading →

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Getting Child Support from Social Security

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

If you have a child support order stating that you should receive child support, but your ex isn’t paying the court-ordered support, then you may be able to deduct the child support from their Social Security. If your ex is … Continue reading →

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$10,000 or More

Posted on December 10, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Businesses in the U.S. and U.S. territories must file Form 8300 to report any cash payment in excess of $10,000.00.  The form must be filed within fifteen (15) days of the transaction.  Some examples of businesses that often have to … Continue reading →

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Technology and Money are Best Friends

Posted on December 9, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Many people struggle to accrue any savings.  However, as technology advances, it has become easier and easier for people to set aside money in savings.  Here are a few places that can help you save more: – Mint.com allows you … Continue reading →

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Motions to Re-Consider

Posted on December 7, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

While the Missouri Rules of Civil Procedure do not provide for a motion for reconsideration, the court often treats the motion as a motion for a new trial.  However, a Missouri court recently ruled that a motion to reconsider filed … Continue reading →

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Dinging Your Credit Score

Posted on December 4, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

19% of Americans have one or more medical debts reported as an outstanding debt that went to collections on their credit report.  The average medical debt that people have on their credit report is $579, according to Money.com. The next … Continue reading →

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Remodeling Statistics

Posted on December 2, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Before you think about remodeling your home, take a look at these Money.com stats: – Over $34,000,000,000 was spent in 2013 on renovations and repairs. – 80% of renovations are paid for by cash/savings, 22% use credit cards, and 15% … Continue reading →

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What to do When You Get a Letter from the IRS

Posted on December 1, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Here are some tips to consider if you get a letter from the Internal Revenue Service: Don’t panic. Our law office is here to assist you. Read the letter. The letter often explains what the issue is. Respond to the … Continue reading →

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Silly State Laws

Posted on November 30, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

To get you scratching your head, here are a few silly state laws for your entertainment: – Newlyweds in the U.S. Virgin Islands, after getting married, must go promptly to the court clerk so that the wife can change her … Continue reading →

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