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Major changes older people face often have a dramatic impact on their finances. Someone who is not realistic in dealing with these changes can be trapped by expenses and spending that quickly deplete savings. The result can be large debts and even the loss of a home.... by Artillery | Dec 4, 2024 | Resource
Utility bills can strain the budgets of many Iowans. This is especially true for Iowans who are elderly or have a disability and are living on fixed incomes. If you cannot afford to pay your natural gas and electric utility bills, you have certain rights and remedies... by Artillery | Dec 4, 2024 | Resource
What is a Civil Protection Order? A civil protection order is a court order that tells an abuser to stay away from a victim of domestic violence. A person can file a petition with the Clerk of Court to ask for a protection order. Turning in this petition is the way a... by Artillery | Dec 4, 2024 | Resource
How do I become the legal father or establish my “paternity” of a child? The term for becoming the legal father of a child is called “establishing paternity.” In Iowa, there are three ways for you to become the legal father of a child. First,... by Artillery | Dec 7, 2024 | Resource
Landlords might refuse to rent to you for various reasons. Common ones are: prior evictions on your record, criminal history, or bad credit. Here are some common questions about these issues. Can I have my eviction record expunged? No. Iowa law only allows for... by Artillery | Dec 7, 2024 | Resource
General Disaster Assistance: Disaster Self-Help Toolkit by Iowa Legal Aid. English version. Spanish version. The toolkit outlines tools and tactics to prepare yourself, your home, and your family for a disaster. Here is a survey on how helpful you find the...