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When parents divorce, the court will issue orders for child support. These orders are meant to better ensure the financial well-being of the child and are based on the circumstances at the time they are issued. However, circumstances may significantly change, and this...
Money is often considered a primary stressor in relationships. While love, communication and shared values are critical components of a successful marriage, financial harmony is often equally important. When one spouse exhibits poor financial habits, it can create a...
Moving to another state or farther away is common, but it can be emotionally challenging for families, especially children. This is particularly true when parents are separated or divorced. Parents must carefully consider how these big moves affect their kids. Beyond...
Divorce is a personal matter between spouses. However, legal proceedings in divorce generally become a matter of public record. This can be concerning in terms of privacy. Fortunately, there are steps that spouses can take to increase privacy during divorce. Here are...
The role of pets in the modern United States has really evolved. If you go back just a few generations, many people had pets simply to help them with work on a farm. Someone may have purchased a dog to herd sheep, but they would not really think of that dog any...
If you’re facing a divorce, you might envision months of stressful court dates, high legal fees and a drawn-out process. However, divorce does not have to be problematic. Mediation offers a pathway to a more amicable, efficient and cost-effective divorce resolution...
Given the importance of money in everybody’s life, it is probably no surprise that money issues can lead to divorce. In fact, 35% of couples say that financial trouble is the number one source of stress in their relationships. Here’s how money woes can lead to...
When parents divorce and begin dividing their assets, it’s crucial to give special consideration to savings set aside specifically for their children’s college education. No parent wants the end of their marriage to derail their child’s chance for the best education...
Divorce proceedings involve making numerous major changes. The spouses have to plan to live separately. They also have to divide their financial resources and parental responsibilities. Certain assets demand more attention and consideration than others. One spouse may...
Co-parenting after a separation or divorce is challenging in a host of different ways. Commonly, one of those challenges involves managing the logistics of sharing children’s belongings. If you co-parent – or will be newly co-parenting – with your ex, chances are that...