The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal on the issue of whether a witness may have an emotional support animal present while testifying at trial. In Commonwealth v. Purnell, the Superior Court of Pennsylvania upheld a trial court’s ruling that an...
There are cost of living adjustments that may affect a taxpayer’s pension plan and other retirement-related savings next year. People should familiarize themselves with these adjustments, so they aren’t caught off guard. Here are some highlights of the 2021 changes:...
There’s a phrase that Massachusetts therapists and mental health experts like to use: You need to put on your own oxygen mask first. In other words: you need to take care of yourself so that you can truly be there for your family. Its advice everyone needs to hear,...
We all have goals. Career advancement. A better house. Early retirement. But, surprisingly, a great deal of Massachusetts couples forget an important set of goals: marriage goals. Often, assumptions are made that the marriage will take care of itself and they can...
Whether it’s online, in-person, part-time or full-time, higher education can be expensive for Massachusetts residents. The good news is there are tax credits that can help offset these costs. These credits reduce the amount of tax someone owes. If the credit reduces...
When it comes to the discussion of Massachusetts men who cheat, it is often reasoned that, well, men are unfaithful because they want sex. But more and more social research confirms that men cheat for reasons relating to emotional validation, attention, and to avoid...
In a recent press release, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) made it very clear: job postings conveying preference — for example, “recent graduate”, young”, “energetic”, is an example of a recruiting practice that may involve systemic age...
The IRS reviewed its collection activities to see how it could provide relief for Massachusetts taxpayers who owe taxes but are struggling financially because of the pandemic. The agency is expanding taxpayer options for making payments and other ways to resolve tax...
A low-cost home loan backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs — also called a VA home loan — is more than just a way for veterans to afford homes. The loans can also be used to help veterans buy rental homes that they can make some extra money from as...
When you’re hunting for a new apartment or house to rent in Massachusetts, you’re focused on the basics such as the complex’s amenities, the kitchen countertops, the open floor plan, the yard. Probably the last thing on your mind? Whether your soon-to-be landlord...