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You and your spouse have decided to go your separate ways. Now what? One of the more urgent tasks you’ll need to complete involves dividing your personal possessions. Dividing significant assets and liabilities can take a great deal of time and effort. But, if you and...
When two people get divorced and have children together, the court generally looks at their current situation to make a custody determination. The focus is on the child’s best interests. Courts typically aim to divide custody between both parents unless it appears...
Divorce is often an emotional and challenging process, and it becomes even more difficult when you and your spouse have children to consider. Ideally, a divorcing couple will work hard to minimize the impact of the separation on the children. However, some spouses may...
The holidays can be especially stressful for divorced parents – particularly when one or both parents put their continued resentments above the spirit of the season. One of the biggest sources of stress often revolves around gifts for the kids. Too often, parents view...
By now, you probably know that ending a marriage can impact your financial situation, often leading to economic shortfalls during and after the divorce. Spousal support (alimony) can help to offset the financial challenges of post-divorce life on a single income, but...
Divorce means significant changes, particularly when a child is involved. Often, the child will live between two homes. While this is a definite change in circumstances, there are things that both parents can do to help the child adjust to life in two homes. Here are...
When getting a divorce, you have to file paperwork and then serve a divorce petition to your spouse. If the two of you have already discussed this, they may know that it’s coming and it’s just a technical step that the two of you have to take. They will probably sign...
Are you going through the motions of divorce and considering bird nesting as a co-parenting option? While it may seem like an appealing arrangement that allows your children to remain in their familiar home environment, it's essential to weigh the pros and cons...
If you are getting divorced as you near retirement age, you may be concerned about your financial future. After all, you and your spouse have been planning for retirement jointly. Maybe you have shared savings accounts, or maybe you are relying on your spouse’s...
Beyond the emotional strain, a divorce can also impact your finances, including your credit score. While the divorce itself doesn’t change your credit rating, the financial decisions you make during this time can. That’s because joint accounts, missed payments, and...
