Divorce

Relationship dynamics have changed in recent years, but certain issues remain consistent. While women are now more likely than in decades past to work outside of the home, they are still the spouse who gives birth. In many cases, they may also serve as the primary...

One of the most difficult things that parents have to do when they decide to divorce is tell their children. This is often an emotional conversation, but it’s one that has to happen, even though it’s challenging.  If you’re going to have to tell your children about...

Even in the best of circumstances, going through a divorce is difficult. The situation is even more complex if you’re ending a marriage with a narcissist. There are some specific things that you should remember if you’re in this position.  One of the most important...

The property division process that occurs during divorce can create a lot of uncertainty. If the spouses do not already have agreements with each other about the division of their assets and debts, they have to address their shared property during the divorce. Spouses...

Financial issues are one of the top reasons people get divorced. However, not every case is the same. The specific financial problems couples face can vary significantly and often define why they decide to end their marriage. Even if you haven’t gotten divorced yet,...

With online companies offering to fill out your divorce paperwork for a few hundred dollars, the idea of a “Do-It-Yourself” divorce can be compelling. That’s especially true when you realize that the average cost of a divorce in Florida is $10,409 (per person). Before...

Divorce can result in a financial hit for both spouses. There are legal fees to consider and an automatic adjustment in income and savings. Property division also impacts the assets that each spouse holds on to.  With that being said, there is no need for divorce to...

Most divorcing couples want to sever their financial ties and either sell the house or have one person buy the other out. Yet, there are occasions when it may make sense to continue owning the property together. Here are some reasons a couple might want to keep both...

Your tax return might be the last thing on your mind when you are in the middle of a divorce, but it’s important not to forget about it entirely. As a married couple, you might have filed your tax returns jointly. Now you will definitely need to start filing separate...

One of the worst things for a parent is to see their child go through a divorce. When that child is a son and a parent, you may be even more worried as fathers have traditionally fared worse than mothers in divorces.  The good news is that courts no longer think this...