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Erin Wallace

Do Unmarried Couples Have Legal Protections?

Marriage licenses and laws are handled at the state level, so whether unmarried couples have legal protections is entirely based on the state the couple lives in. Here's what to know about your rights as an unmarried couple.

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Rowan Guthrie

What Is a CR1 Visa?

Marriage is a wonderful institution, but it can be complicated if one half of the partnership isn’t a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. However, there's a solution called the CR1 visa, which allows the happy couple to live together in the United States.

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Leigh A. Morgan

What Is a K-1 (Fiance) Visa?

The K-1 visa is for foreign nationals who intend to marry U.S. citizens. Before you apply for a K-1 visa, learn more about the application process and timeline.

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Rowan Guthrie

What Is a IR1 Visa?

U.S. citizens and permanent residents can live in the United States with their foreign-born spouses with an IR1 visa. Learn more.

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Elizabeth Marcant

What Happens If You Break a Non-Disclosure Agreement?

Signed an NDA? You need to know more about how these agreements are enforced and what can happen if you break the contract.

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Leigh A. Morgan

How to Get on the National Do Not Call Registry

Stop telemarketers in their tracks by signing up for the National Do Not Call Registry, a database maintained by the federal government.

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Elizabeth Michael

Can You Sue for False Advertisement?

From misleading marketing to unsubstantiated product claims, many consumers fall victim to deceptive advertising. The good news? You can sue for false advertisement and may be entitled to monetary damages.

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Sandy Hess

What Is a Lien?

A lien is a claim a lender or another organization has against someone’s personal property. It’s important to understand what liens are and how they can jeopardize your ability to sell that property.

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