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November is National Adoption Month
November is National Adoption Month. This year’s National Adoption Month theme is “Small Steps Open Doors.” Visit the Child Welfare Information Gateway for information and resources. It began as National…
Refundable Adoption Tax Credit
With the election over, Congress is heading into a lame-duck session this week and is likely to consider a year-end spending package by December. This year-end package typically includes many…
Adoption Tax Credit Updated for 2023
Remember to keep track of your adoption-related expenses. They can save you money on your income taxes. A tax credit is a dollar-for-dollar reduction of the income tax you owe.…
Financial Support for North Carolina Adoptions
The process of adopting a child can be expensive. Help is available. In general, don’t expect to rely on a single source for funding your adoption expenses. Think in terms…
Adoption for North Carolina’s LGBTQ Community
Today, same-sex marriage is legal within the State, and the North Carolina government recognizes the validity of same-sex unions granted in other states. With the right to marry, arguably, comes…
How Will the Coronavirus Affect My Adoption?
The unanticipated fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the lives of parents and families globally. The virus poses an increased threat to pregnant women. Providers have temporarily halted fertility…
The Benefits of Adopting A Baby in North Carolina
According to the National Council for Adoption, experts estimate that 100 million Americans have been touched by adoption – whether by adopting children themselves or knowing someone who has. Adoption…
What to Expect When You’re Adopting: How the NC Infant Adoption Process Works
Growing your family through adoption is exciting. If you are considering adoption, you may have questions about how to prepare, how the process works, and what to expect. Here, we…
Can Fostering in North Carolina Lead to Adoption?
There are many ways to build a family in North Carolina, and there are so many children in this State in need of a safe and loving home. If your…
How to Adopt A Baby in North Carolina
Making the decision to adopt a baby is life changing. The process can be fraught with emotional challenges and legal pitfalls. When you choose to grow your family through adoption,…
How to Prepare for Your Adoption Home Study
If you’re embarking on the thrilling journey of growing your family through adoption, completing your home study is a vital early step. Virtually all infant adoptions in North Carolina require…
How Do Private Adoptions Work?
If you’re considering adding to your family through a private or independent adoption, you likely have a lot of questions about the process. A private adoption can be an efficient…