Deciding to file for a divorce is a difficult moment for anyone to deal with. It could take a lengthy legal battle for you and your ex-spouse to come to an agreement. This whole process can be extremely time-consuming and expensive as well. Fortunately, you do not...
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4 common parenting schedules for joint custody
Many parents and courts agree that joint child custody is the best option for most kids. This often involves parents sharing the authority to make decisions about the child’s upbringing (joint legal custody) and receiving similar amounts of time with the child (joint...
3 missteps that can increase the cost of your divorce
Money can be one of the most stressful elements of a divorce. Divorcing spouses often worry about financial details like paying child support and dividing assets; they can also be anxious about how much the divorce itself will cost. If finances are a concern for you,...
Entering the New Year with Divorce
The New Year is just around the corner, and with it follows New Year resolutions filled with new goals and opportunities. For some, at the top of the resolution list may be the decision to file for divorce. Whether you are considering a divorce, or recently learned...
How can parents split the cost of tuition after a divorce?
Many young adults depend on their parents to help them pay for college. But a divorce can often complicate the matter. Between splitting your assets and becoming financially independent, you may be wondering how you and your ex will support your child as they begin...
Issues to Consider when Divorcing Over 50
The number of people divorcing after 50 has doubled since 1990. Although there are many theories to explain this rise, experts point to longer life expectancy and continuing opportunities to grow, and in turn, grow apart. As children become adults and move out of the...
Preparing to Divorce an Abusive Partner during the Holiday Season
With Thanksgiving drawing near, while the holiday season is generally filled with happiness and joy, for those going through a divorce, especially with an abusive partner, the holidays can sometimes add fuel to the fire.Below are a few tips to keep in mind in...
Spotting the signs of financial abuse by your partner
A 2017 survey finds that nearly three out of every four women age 18 to 35 have experienced financial abuse by their spouse or partner. Financial website CentSai interviewed 2,000 millennials, with 70% saying their partner used money to manipulate or control them....
Complications of same-sex custody battles
Same-sex couples often face extra hurdles in the divorce process. Many have found ending their marriage can be more expensive, time-consuming and complicated than it is for their heterosexual counterparts. These challenges can be especially prevalent when same-sex...
How to effectively co-parent during the holiday seasons
With the latter months of the year, holiday seasons spring upon us. And with that comes a lot of holiday cheer, whether it be at work, in malls, or in entertainment. But divorce makes it harder to take part in festivities, complicating emotions. One hard component of...
