Author: Allison Plank

I'm Allison Plank, and this is my blog, Family Issues Online. As a recent divorcee and single mom to my 3-year-old, my life revolves around my daughter. I started this website to help families through their issues. I hope you enjoy the site, learn a few things or maybe teach a few :) Feel free to comment on topics that interest you, and ask some questions of your own!

The Value of a Mortgage Broke

If you are thinking about getting yourself and your family a new home, then chances are you have dealt with a mortgage broker. If you have yet to deal with this type of worker, then chances are you will soon have to deal with a mortgage broker. Therefore, ….

Today’s Kids Are Not Getting a Chance to be Kids

We are a nation that is losing its youth to technology and fear. In a time when politicians, the media, and lobbyists are pumping the nation full of fear about the dangers of guns, drugs, and when telephones and tablets serve as babysitters, it should come as no ….

Three Reasons to Shop Around for an Elementary School

Sending your child to school for the first time can be stressful. Will they make friends and do well in class? Will they become the class clown or have trouble sharing? Will they be frightened and confused without you there beside them? Elementary school is an important time ….

Benefits of Private School

Benefits of Private School The debate on private and public school is still a popular one, with people often comparing the two based on the quality of education and opportunity afforded to the child. Twenty-Five percent of all U.S. schools are private schools. There are approximately 2.63 million ….

The Before and After of Hurricane Season

As we approach the end of the summer, we also approach hurricane season in the Southeast United States. From the end of August to the end of September we see the highest frequency of hurricanes hitting Florida and homeowners need to know how to prepare for them with ….