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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
In Texas, a tenant who moves into an apartment is entitled to a working smoke detector, a peephole in the front door, and proper security on all doors and windows, including a dead bolt on the front door.
You Don't Have to Owe a Lot Once You're a College Grad
Most students graduate from college with a lifetime of memories. Unfortunately, a lot of students also graduate with a lifetime of debt. About two-thirds of students leave college with student loans; the average balance is $19,237. With college costs rising faster than most family incomes, some students have no choice but to borrow. But there are steps you can take to reduce the amount you'll owe when you graduate. Click here for more.
7 Tax Terrors and How to Overcome Them
Admit it. You're afraid of your 1040. That's OK. A lot of us are. And our tax fears, sometimes irrational, sometimes warranted, cause us to do a lot of dumb things when it comes to our annual returns. Click here for more.
Top Internet Threats Right Now
While it may not feel quite like the Wild West anymore, the Internet is still full of people looking to rip you off -- the anonymity and secretive nature of online dealings makes them much more prone to fraud than in the real world. We've compiled a list of the top threats to your security lurking around the Internet -- and what you can do to avoid them. Click here for more.
7 Creative Ways to Buy Your First House
A pricey market poses big challenges for first-time buyers. Though some are daring, one of these options might be for you. Click here for more.
Your Money
How much does that loan REALLY Cost? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Liquidate Damages clause precludes duty to mitigate harm. Maryland's highest court has held that a party to a contract with a liquidated damages clause does not have to mitigate damages when the other party breaches the agreement. Click here for more.