Alimony, or spousal support, is when one spouse must provide financial support to the other during or after a divorce. In Florida, there are several types of alimony, each tailored to suit the different circumstances of the divorcing couple. Understanding these types...
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What happens to the marital home in divorce?
The marital home is one of many couples' most significant assets. When they decide to divorce, some big decisions have to be made about the fate of the assets. One of these is what they should do with the home. Three primary options might be considered for the marital...
How should I tell my children about the divorce?
You’re getting a divorce, but you have children. Part of the divorce process will likely be discussing custody rights and schedules with your soon-to-be-ex-spouse. While this process can happen without your children’s involvement, your children will eventually learn...
How much does one spouse pay the other in alimony?
Questions about alimony are often a major concern for those preparing for divorce in Florida. Someone who has long been the primary wage earner for their family may worry that alimony will negatively affect their standard of living after a divorce. Florida has...
After a gray divorce
Older persons might find their marriage is no longer working, so they file for divorce. The term gray divorce refers to such older persons in Florida and elsewhere choosing to end their marriage. Resources about gray divorce may discuss the reasons behind older...
What to do if your wife refuses divorce mediation in Florida
Mediation is one of the best, if not the best, way to get a divorce in Florida. It is faster and not as costly as other means, and spouses have full control over their decisions. If you want to take advantage of this separation method but your wife is reluctant, here...
Making your business divorce-proof
Thousands of marriages in Florida end in divorce every year. Divorce always has financial implications, and for the owner of a business, these can be severe. But there are steps that you can take to ensure that your business survives and is in good hands if you end up...
Examining the “eight-year itch” in marriage.
Many Florida couples reach a point known as the “eight-year itch.” At this point in the marriage, spouses’ needs change, and couples often face irreconcilable differences that lead to divorce. Plateaus occur in marriage and usually resolve when couples work together;...
What are some reasons for divorce in Florida?
As of August 2023, data from Divorce.com puts the Florida divorce rate at 13%. This divorce rate is the sixth highest in the United States. Infidelity is a common conflict that causes divorce. However, a survey of divorced people revealed other conflicts that cause...
Are you liable for your spouse’s credit card debt in Florida?
No Florida resident plans for their marriage to end in divorce. Newly-weds are rarely talking about how to handle things like credit card debt in their hypothetical divorce. Regardless, credit card debt comes up in a lot of Florida divorces. Most aspects of your...
