It is not uncommon to face a divorce today. In many cases, the divorce process is settled between two people and only deals with a few matters, such as asset distribution and alimony. However, when kids are involved in a marriage or an unmarried relationship, then...
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Are you responsible for your partner’s debt?
You know that getting divorced means you and your partner are going to have to divide your assets. You also know that California is a community property state, which means that everything the two of you own is supposed to be divided equally. Unless you have a...
What are the odds of divorce linked to the age of a marriage?
There are many things that influence the odds that a couple will get divorced. Some of them are obvious, such as high levels of conflict in the relationship or significant financial difficulties. These things are often cited in divorce cases. However, there are also...
Steps to help make the divorce process a little easier
Filing for divorce is rarely easy. For most, many emotions are involved, and it can be scary to think about your life after a divorce. While this can be a stressful situation, there are things you can do and steps you can take to help make coping with this...
3 great reasons to end your marriage
Most marriages do not turn out to be as idyllic as expected. Unless couples lived together before tying the knot, they are unlikely to know all the quirks and foibles of the other person. On top of that, they probably won’t have been through many difficult moments...
Is your spouse hiding assets during divorce proceedings?
One of the most important and often frustrating aspects of divorce is the division of assets. However, if your ex-spouse attempts to hide assets from you, the process can become even more difficult. The NY Times notes that those navigating a divorce may involve...
Should you consider going to divorce therapy?
If your marriage is rapidly heading for an inevitable end, you may have had your fill of counselors. After all, it is not uncommon for those in failing marriage to seek professional help. Nevertheless, according to Psychology Today, many types of couples therapy are...
How do mediation and collaborative law compare?
When going through a divorce, the last thing you want is to spend time, money, and energy battling in court. Fortunately, even though litigation often gets the most attention, it is far from the only option available if you want to end things with your spouse/partner....
Do not let your social media posts complicate your divorce
If you are going through a divorce, you probably are no stranger to complicated emotions. According to Psychology Today, these complex emotions are likely to include anger, sadness, anxiety and even depression. While there usually is nothing inherently wrong with...
Do you know these forgotten expenses of divorce?
You know you want a divorce, and you know you do not want to go broke dissolving your marriage. To create a tight budget, it helps to know divorce expenses spouses often forget about. GOBankingRates breaks down the unconsidered, forgotten costs of ending a marriage....