What Questions Will Kids Ask About Divorce?
Many struggle with divorce. It marks such a fundamental life shift, a change to the core structure of the family, that uncertainty and other powerful emotions can run high. While divorce can be the best path towards a brighter future, it can still be difficult to go through. This is true both of...
Divorce Court Etiquette Guide
Even in the most amicable of divorces, it is likely that you will, at one time or another, need to go to divorce court. The judge will need to have you in court for a final hearing, at the very least. In less amicable divorces, it is more likely that you will be...
Changing Your Name After a Divorce
Often, a woman who changed her name when she got married will want to revert her last name back to her maiden name after a divorce is finalized. This is not always the case, of course, there are many women who choose to keep their married last name after divorce. The choice is...
Things You Should Do Before Filing for a Divorce
Divorce can be the best option for a couple when things are just not working out. This is the truth and everyone involved can be better off when the two spouses go their own ways. Divorce, however, is a complex legal proceeding that has significant implications for all involved. The importance of successfully...
Helpful Apps for Co-Parenting After Divorce
Successfully co-parenting after a divorce can seem like a constant struggle. Working with your former spouse can be an exercise in overcoming past differences, swallowing pride, and trying to compromise with someone who may have a competing personality to your own. Thankfully, modern technology is here to help. Over the years, tech developers...
Why Would Marital Assets Be Divided Unequally?
Texas divorces are filled with important issues that must be resolved in order for the divorce to be finalized. Possibly one of the most contentious issues incident to divorce involves the division of the marital assets. This is understandable considering the idea of your property being divided between you and your soon to...
Navigating Holidays Post-Divorce
As the holidays approach, you may be reminiscing about Christmases past and fondly recalling memories of your favorite holiday traditions and occasions marked by the gathering of family. If you have recently divorced, however, such memories may be stirring other feelings this time of year. You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or just down...
Considerations When Divorcing Near Retirement Age
It is no secret that divorce can take a significant financial toll on those involved. The expense of divorce may be one thing. The biggest impact, however, can come in the separating of expenses and finances. In many cases, a divorcing couple may be moving from a two income household, sharing expenses, to...
Debt and Divorce
Divorce goes to the heart of so much of a person’s life. It goes to the family structure. Where you live. Who you live with. It can also deeply impact a person’s financial situation. This can be the result of many things. It can be the result of the expenses and costs associated...
How Are Child Care Expenses Divided After Divorce?
There are many moving parts in a divorce. If there are children involved, there are even more things to consider. Do not let everything distract you from putting plans in place to protect your future wellbeing, particularly your future financial wellbeing and ability to provide for your children. Many people may mistakenly operate...