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Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements in Washington State: Essential Things Couples Should Know
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are practical planning tools, not predictions that a marriage will fail. For many Seattle couples, these contracts bring clarity to finances, protect family businesses, and reduce stress during major life transitions. Since Washington is a community property state, the rules that apply to your assets by...
How Does Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Work for Homeowners in WA?
Falling behind on mortgage payments is one of the most stressful situations a Washington family can face, and a looming trustee’s sale can make the problem feel impossible to solve. The good news is that federal law gives homeowners a powerful tool designed to stop foreclosure and give you time...
Can You Sell a House in Foreclosure in Washington State? How to Avoid the Auction
Falling behind on a mortgage does not strip you of ownership overnight. In Washington State you keep legal title to your home until a trustee's sale is completed, and that title gives you leverage many homeowners never realize they have. Families across Seattle and King County ask our team the...
How to Avoid Foreclosure in Washington State: Chapter 13, Chapter 7, and More
Losing your home to foreclosure can feel like an unstoppable process once it begins, but it does not have to end that way. Whether you have missed a few mortgage payments or already received formal notice from a trustee, Washington State law provides meaningful tools designed to help you avoid...
How to Avoid 3 Costly Estate Planning Mistakes in Washington State
Creating a comprehensive plan for your future is one of the most empowering steps you can take for your family. However, minor oversights during this process can lead to significant legal and financial complications later on. Working with an experienced legal team helps minimize the risk of executing flawed documents...
Resolving Washington Building Disputes with a Residential Construction Lawyer
Imagine saving for years to build your dream home in Seattle. You hire a contractor, sign an agreement, and watch the walls go up. Then, the project suddenly stops due to unexpected delays, or you find deep cracks in the new concrete foundation. When structural defects or broken contracts ruin...
What Happens If You File For Bankruptcy? The Immediate Impact
Facing overwhelming debt can cause immense stress for families, individuals, and business owners in Washington State. Knowing exactly what happens if you file for bankruptcy can help you make an informed decision about your financial future. From the moment your petition is officially submitted to the court, federal laws provide...
Understanding the Attorney Review Period in Washington Home Purchases
Buying a home in Washington State is a massive financial milestone for families and business owners alike. The fast-paced real estate market often requires buyers to act quickly, leaving little time to read complex documents. Securing an explicit attorney review period within your contract keeps your legal rights safe before...
Forced Sale of Jointly Owned Property in Washington: What Co-Owners Should Know
Co-owning a home or piece of land in Washington State is usually a great way to invest. But what happens when the owners cannot agree on what to do with the asset? A forced sale of jointly owned property often becomes the only clear path forward when communication breaks down...
How Chapter 11 Works
A chapter 11 case begins with the filing of a petition with the bankruptcy court serving the area where the debtor has a domicile or residence. A petition may be a voluntary petition, which is filed by the debtor, or it may be an involuntary petition, which is filed by… Continue Reading
How Chapter 7 Works
A chapter 7 case begins with the debtor filing a petition with the bankruptcy court serving the area where the individual lives or where the business debtor is organized or has its principal place of business or principal assets. (3) In addition to the petition, the debtor must also file… Continue Reading
News Blog: Executive Order: Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States
EXECUTIVE ORDER – – – – – – – ENHANCING PUBLIC SAFETY IN THE INTERIOR OF THE UNITED STATES By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) (8 U.S.C. 1101 et… Continue Reading
News Blog: Home prices set a record this year thanks to demand from tech workers and Chinese investors
By Emel Akan, Epoch Times | December 29, 2016 | Source: Epoch TimesSeattle home prices hit a record high this year and are rising faster than anywhere else in the country. The city’s thriving tech industry is fueling job growth and demand for homes. It also has become an attractive… Continue Reading
Do You Need an Attorney to Buy or Sell a Home?
Buying or selling a home is one of the most significant events in one’s life which involves the law of real property. A real estate attorney is the only professional who is trained to deal with these special issues of practice as there are so many complexities that may arise… Continue Reading
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program
Foreign investors and their families have been able to obtain permanent residency in the United States through the 5th Employment-Based Preference (EB-5) visa program established in 1990. EB-5 visas have many advantages: Foreign investors do not need sponsorship from an employer or family member. There are no language, business, or… Continue Reading
Prenuptial Agreements for a peace of mind before marriage
Prenuptial agreement is made by a couple before they marry, and it concerns the ownership of their respective assets should the marriage fail. Couples who bring personal or business assets to the marriage can benefit from a prenup. It is not one of the things that come to mind when you are about… Continue Reading
USCIS Proposed Fee Increases
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposes to adjust certain immigration and naturalization benefit request fees charged by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). USCIS conducted a comprehensive fee review, after refining its cost accounting process, and determined that current fees do not recover the full costs of the services… Continue Reading
Attention Future/Current Airbnb Hosts: Why Start as an LLC?
Injured guests, damage to yours or neighboring properties, and unpaid taxes are just one of the few issues that you might deal with as an Airbnb host. Hence, it is pivotal to familiarize yourself with the local laws that govern home rentals, as well as tax consequences involved. First, you… Continue Reading
How Chapter 11 Works
A chapter 11 case begins with the filing of a petition with the bankruptcy court serving the area where the debtor has a domicile or residence. A petition may be a voluntary petition, which is filed by the debtor, or it may be an involuntary petition, which is filed by… Continue Reading
How Chapter 7 Works
A chapter 7 case begins with the debtor filing a petition with the bankruptcy court serving the area where the individual lives or where the business debtor is organized or has its principal place of business or principal assets. (3) In addition to the petition, the debtor must also file… Continue Reading
News Blog: Executive Order: Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States
EXECUTIVE ORDER – – – – – – – ENHANCING PUBLIC SAFETY IN THE INTERIOR OF THE UNITED STATES By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) (8 U.S.C. 1101 et… Continue Reading
News Blog: Home prices set a record this year thanks to demand from tech workers and Chinese investors
By Emel Akan, Epoch Times | December 29, 2016 | Source: Epoch TimesSeattle home prices hit a record high this year and are rising faster than anywhere else in the country. The city’s thriving tech industry is fueling job growth and demand for homes. It also has become an attractive… Continue Reading
Do You Need an Attorney to Buy or Sell a Home?
Buying or selling a home is one of the most significant events in one’s life which involves the law of real property. A real estate attorney is the only professional who is trained to deal with these special issues of practice as there are so many complexities that may arise… Continue Reading
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program
Foreign investors and their families have been able to obtain permanent residency in the United States through the 5th Employment-Based Preference (EB-5) visa program established in 1990. EB-5 visas have many advantages: Foreign investors do not need sponsorship from an employer or family member. There are no language, business, or… Continue Reading
Prenuptial Agreements for a peace of mind before marriage
Prenuptial agreement is made by a couple before they marry, and it concerns the ownership of their respective assets should the marriage fail. Couples who bring personal or business assets to the marriage can benefit from a prenup. It is not one of the things that come to mind when you are about… Continue Reading
USCIS Proposed Fee Increases
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposes to adjust certain immigration and naturalization benefit request fees charged by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). USCIS conducted a comprehensive fee review, after refining its cost accounting process, and determined that current fees do not recover the full costs of the services… Continue Reading
Attention Future/Current Airbnb Hosts: Why Start as an LLC?
Injured guests, damage to yours or neighboring properties, and unpaid taxes are just one of the few issues that you might deal with as an Airbnb host. Hence, it is pivotal to familiarize yourself with the local laws that govern home rentals, as well as tax consequences involved. First, you… Continue Reading
How Chapter 11 Works
A chapter 11 case begins with the filing of a petition with the bankruptcy court serving the area where the debtor has a domicile or residence. A petition may be a voluntary petition, which is filed by the debtor, or it may be an involuntary petition, which is filed by… Continue Reading
How Chapter 7 Works
A chapter 7 case begins with the debtor filing a petition with the bankruptcy court serving the area where the individual lives or where the business debtor is organized or has its principal place of business or principal assets. (3) In addition to the petition, the debtor must also file… Continue Reading
News Blog: Executive Order: Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States
EXECUTIVE ORDER – – – – – – – ENHANCING PUBLIC SAFETY IN THE INTERIOR OF THE UNITED STATES By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) (8 U.S.C. 1101 et… Continue Reading
News Blog: Home prices set a record this year thanks to demand from tech workers and Chinese investors
By Emel Akan, Epoch Times | December 29, 2016 | Source: Epoch TimesSeattle home prices hit a record high this year and are rising faster than anywhere else in the country. The city’s thriving tech industry is fueling job growth and demand for homes. It also has become an attractive… Continue Reading
Do You Need an Attorney to Buy or Sell a Home?
Buying or selling a home is one of the most significant events in one’s life which involves the law of real property. A real estate attorney is the only professional who is trained to deal with these special issues of practice as there are so many complexities that may arise… Continue Reading
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program
Foreign investors and their families have been able to obtain permanent residency in the United States through the 5th Employment-Based Preference (EB-5) visa program established in 1990. EB-5 visas have many advantages: Foreign investors do not need sponsorship from an employer or family member. There are no language, business, or… Continue Reading
Prenuptial Agreements for a peace of mind before marriage
Prenuptial agreement is made by a couple before they marry, and it concerns the ownership of their respective assets should the marriage fail. Couples who bring personal or business assets to the marriage can benefit from a prenup. It is not one of the things that come to mind when you are about… Continue Reading
USCIS Proposed Fee Increases
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposes to adjust certain immigration and naturalization benefit request fees charged by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). USCIS conducted a comprehensive fee review, after refining its cost accounting process, and determined that current fees do not recover the full costs of the services… Continue Reading
Attention Future/Current Airbnb Hosts: Why Start as an LLC?
Injured guests, damage to yours or neighboring properties, and unpaid taxes are just one of the few issues that you might deal with as an Airbnb host. Hence, it is pivotal to familiarize yourself with the local laws that govern home rentals, as well as tax consequences involved. First, you… Continue Reading
How Chapter 11 Works
By Legal Assistant | April 21, 2020 A chapter 11 case begins with the filing of a petition with the bankruptcy court serving the area where the debtor has a domicile or residence. A petition may be a voluntary petition, which is filed by the debtor, or it may be an involuntary petition, which is filed by… Continue Reading
How Chapter 7 Works
By Legal Assistant | April 21, 2020 A chapter 7 case begins with the debtor filing a petition with the bankruptcy court serving the area where the individual lives or where the business debtor is organized or has its principal place of business or principal assets. (3) In addition to the petition, the debtor must also file… Continue Reading
News Blog: Executive Order: Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States
By Legal Assistant | January 26, 2017 EXECUTIVE ORDER – – – – – – – ENHANCING PUBLIC SAFETY IN THE INTERIOR OF THE UNITED STATES By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) (8 U.S.C. 1101 et… Continue Reading
News Blog: Home prices set a record this year thanks to demand from tech workers and Chinese investors
By Legal Assistant | January 4, 2017 By Emel Akan, Epoch Times | December 29, 2016 | Source: Epoch TimesSeattle home prices hit a record high this year and are rising faster than anywhere else in the country. The city’s thriving tech industry is fueling job growth and demand for homes. It also has become an attractive… Continue Reading
Do You Need an Attorney to Buy or Sell a Home?
By Legal Assistant | December 13, 2016 Buying or selling a home is one of the most significant events in one’s life which involves the law of real property. A real estate attorney is the only professional who is trained to deal with these special issues of practice as there are so many complexities that may arise… Continue Reading
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program
By Legal Assistant | October 4, 2016 Foreign investors and their families have been able to obtain permanent residency in the United States through the 5th Employment-Based Preference (EB-5) visa program established in 1990. EB-5 visas have many advantages: Foreign investors do not need sponsorship from an employer or family member. There are no language, business, or… Continue Reading
Prenuptial Agreements for a peace of mind before marriage
By Legal Assistant | June 13, 2016 Prenuptial agreement is made by a couple before they marry, and it concerns the ownership of their respective assets should the marriage fail. Couples who bring personal or business assets to the marriage can benefit from a prenup. It is not one of the things that come to mind when you are about… Continue Reading
USCIS Proposed Fee Increases
By Legal Assistant | May 26, 2016 The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposes to adjust certain immigration and naturalization benefit request fees charged by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). USCIS conducted a comprehensive fee review, after refining its cost accounting process, and determined that current fees do not recover the full costs of the services… Continue Reading