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Modifying Child Support for Taxes

Missouri law states that a parent cannot attempt to modify the amount of child support that they are supposed to pay because of a change in tax circumstances.  In order to modify a child support order, there must be a … Continue reading

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Mean Conduct Does Not Equate to Termination of Maintenance

When trying to modify or stop your child support or alimony payments, the courts cannot consider the actions of your ex-spouse or your children.  Despite your ex-spouse being mean to you or your children treating you with disrespect, the courts … Continue reading

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18+ Child Support

Missouri statutes state that child support generally ends at age 18.  However, child support can extend longer than age 18 if the child attends college or is handicapped.  If the child attends college, then the obligation to pay child support … Continue reading

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Tax Tips for a Disaster

Storm season is upon us, and in light of the upcoming weather, here are a few tips to remember in order to try and save your records: Make your documents electronic. Scan and save as many documents as possible. This … Continue reading

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Deducting a Disaster

Deducting a Disaster If you suffer a loss to your personal property or real estate because of a natural disaster, you may be able to deduct the losses you incur.  Here are some tax tips to keep in mind when … Continue reading

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Guardian Ad Litems

Guardian Ad Litems are attorneys that represent the interests of a child or children during a divorce or custody modification.  In a custody modification, unless charges of abuse or neglect are pleaded or shown, a Guardian Ad Litem must be … Continue reading

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Spending $1 million

 If you had $1 million in savings, how long would it last you? Here are some answers: At $30,000/year, it could last you 25 years. At $40,000/year, it could last you 20 years. At $50,000/year, it could last you 14 years. … Continue reading

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Required Retirement Plan Distributions

For anyone who is age 70.5 or older with an IRA, retirement plan, or a Roth IRA, you are required to take a required minimum distribution.  A required minimum distribution is a required withdrawal of your retirement account.  If you … Continue reading

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Criminal Plans

Be careful what you are thinking of.  A Missouri man was convicted of attempted assault and armed robbery when he purchased rifles, practiced shooting them, and made plans to shoot people at a local Wal-Mart.  In his instance, the court … Continue reading

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Title Issues with Tax Sale Properties

If you or someone you know has bought real estate at a county tax sale and is having trouble selling the property because of title defects, there may be a resolution for you.  Actions to quiet title can be used … Continue reading

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