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Kansas Custody Laws: Key Differences Between Joint, Sole, and Non-Parental Custody
Types of Custody
Joint Legal Custody
All the information one needs to know about getting, modifying, challenging and other issues about child support in Kansas.
Do you have a child that needs your support?
As parents, we sometimes miss out on certain opportunities in our children’s lives.
If you currently have a child support case in Kansas you can attend an informational presentation to gain knowledge and understanding about your current situation and case and hear frequently asked questions and answers.
Raising a family and providing for your child today requires more than one parent. Many agencies can offer assistance to those willing to communicate their needs and reach out.
This client-focused handout contains information and tips about how to handle a call from a collector or someone collecting a debt on another's behalf.
Here are two helpful videos on dealing with debt collection, and how to talk with a debt collector.
Over the last 40 years, Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) made life better for millions of workers. You may have extra money waiting for you. If you qualify and claim the credit, it could be several thousand dollars from the IRS for some workers.
Don’t be the one in five that misses this credit!
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) helps low- to moderate-income workers and families get a tax break. If you qualify, you can use the credit to reduce the taxes you owe – and maybe increase your refund.
Your credit score is a tool businesses use to measure your creditworthiness - how likely it is that you will repay a loan. Equifax, Experian and Transunion each compile a report of your credit history to determine your credit score. Occassionally, there will be errors in your credit history that will adversely effect your credit score and your ability to borrow money.
The Fair Debt Collections Practices Act is a federal law that requires collection agencies to stop contacting you if you send them a letter stating that you wish to stop contact. Complete the interview in the link below to create this letter.
Stop Contact Letter Interview
Creditors still have the option of pursuing legal action against you. This will not make your debt go away.
Frequently Asked Questions
QUESTION: Two years ago, I worked 2 months but never filed a federal tax return and do not have any documents to show that I worked. What should I do?
Check out two videos to help you know your rights in debt collection and also how to deal with debt collectors.
The links are here:
Rule #1: Prioritize Debts Whose Non-Payment Immediately Harms Your Family
Non-payment of certain debts have sudden and dire consequences for your family. Deal with these debts immediately—either pay these debts first or otherwise follow advice here on how to manage these debts.
Never pay smaller, low priority debts just because you cannot keep up with high priority debts—“If I can’t pay my mortgage, at least I will keep up with my credit cards.” This is a bad idea.
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Kansas Custody Laws: Key Differences Between Joint, Sole, and Non-Parental Custody
Types of Custody
Joint Legal Custody
All the information one needs to know about getting, modifying, challenging and other issues about child support in Kansas.
Do you have a child that needs your support?
As parents, we sometimes miss out on certain opportunities in our children’s lives.
If you currently have a child support case in Kansas you can attend an informational presentation to gain knowledge and understanding about your current situation and case and hear frequently asked questions and answers.
Raising a family and providing for your child today requires more than one parent. Many agencies can offer assistance to those willing to communicate their needs and reach out.
This client-focused handout contains information and tips about how to handle a call from a collector or someone collecting a debt on another's behalf.
Here are two helpful videos on dealing with debt collection, and how to talk with a debt collector.
Over the last 40 years, Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) made life better for millions of workers. You may have extra money waiting for you. If you qualify and claim the credit, it could be several thousand dollars from the IRS for some workers.
Don’t be the one in five that misses this credit!
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) helps low- to moderate-income workers and families get a tax break. If you qualify, you can use the credit to reduce the taxes you owe – and maybe increase your refund.
Your credit score is a tool businesses use to measure your creditworthiness - how likely it is that you will repay a loan. Equifax, Experian and Transunion each compile a report of your credit history to determine your credit score. Occassionally, there will be errors in your credit history that will adversely effect your credit score and your ability to borrow money.
The Fair Debt Collections Practices Act is a federal law that requires collection agencies to stop contacting you if you send them a letter stating that you wish to stop contact. Complete the interview in the link below to create this letter.
Stop Contact Letter Interview
Creditors still have the option of pursuing legal action against you. This will not make your debt go away.
Frequently Asked Questions
QUESTION: Two years ago, I worked 2 months but never filed a federal tax return and do not have any documents to show that I worked. What should I do?
Check out two videos to help you know your rights in debt collection and also how to deal with debt collectors.
The links are here:
Rule #1: Prioritize Debts Whose Non-Payment Immediately Harms Your Family
Non-payment of certain debts have sudden and dire consequences for your family. Deal with these debts immediately—either pay these debts first or otherwise follow advice here on how to manage these debts.
Never pay smaller, low priority debts just because you cannot keep up with high priority debts—“If I can’t pay my mortgage, at least I will keep up with my credit cards.” This is a bad idea.
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