You’ve finally saved up enough for a down payment and have a provisional acceptance for a mortgage. Now, all that’s left to do is find your perfect home. After a month or two, you’ve found a place that seems to tick all the boxes. It’s a great size, with plenty of...
One day your spouse announces they are filing for divorce and intend to get custody of the kids. All sorts of things will probably go through your head, yet many of them need not do if you understand Minnesota laws. As a child’s parent, you have considerable rights,...
If you compare our current DWI laws with statutes from past eras, you will find that they were once quite lenient. Once, you might have received a slap on the wrist if convicted of DWI in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota. However, a conviction in the 21st century will likely...
Buying a house is exciting but also a bit risky. Mistakes could cost you tens of thousands of dollars or leave you living somewhere that doesn't really meet your needs. There are ways to protect yourself during the process of hunting for a new home. While protecting...
Most professionals and parents have more demands than time to handle them. You probably have to prioritize what challenges you conquer on any given day. If you want to achieve something special, you may need to plan weeks ahead of time to have the support and...
Sharing parenting time and decision-making authority with your co-parent will be a challenge. Still, if the two of you commit to working together, it can be a productive and functional arrangement. It is best for the kids to have both of you involved in their lives,...
It is perfectly normal to have reservations about estate planning, but these are often blown out of proportion. Too often, misconceptions result in people forming a negative opinion of the process without considering any of the potential benefits. The reality is that...
Your belongings become your estate after your death. Your estate plan, along with Minnesota probate laws, determines who receives what from your estate. You likely hope to pass your biggest assets to your closest family members, but they may not receive what you...
Driving under influence (DUI) charges in Minnesota result in both personal and criminal consequences. A conviction will mean a fine and possibly time in jail. It could also lead to the suspension of your driver's license. A temporary loss of your driving privileges is...
Your home is where you retreat when the world stresses you out or frightens you. It is where you accumulate wealth through the gradual development of equity and ongoing investments in the appearance and function of the home. It is where you raise your family, cook...
