Child support can quickly become a point of contention during a divorce. This is one of many reasons why child support is normally dictated by the court. The judge may tell you how much that the noncustodial spouse will pay based on the guidelines for the state....
It’s no secret that divorce can be an emotionally challenging time. Between filing paperwork and separating possessions, it can be easy to lose sight of the most important thing. Talking to your children about divorce is not a conversation that any parent wants...
Once you decide to divorce, your attention will turn to a variety of matters. For example, it's imperative to create a property and debt division checklist. As a married couple, you may have used joint credit cards for a number of reasons. If you have this type of...
You might have heard before of an "amicable divorce". Those spouses that are most apt to reach a friendly conclusion to their marriage are few. It's generally only those who've been married a short time, have little assets and no kids that can amicably resolve their...
A visitation schedule for the non-custodial parent is often a big part of a parenting agreement. If you have visitation rights, it's critical to understand what you can and can't do. This will help you avoid a mistake that could upset your children or your ex-spouse....
You know that divorce will alter your life in many ways, so taking steps to protect yourself is of utmost importance. There are many things you can do to financially prepare for divorce, including the following: Make a list of your assets and debts: This will come in...
As you move through the divorce process, you'll turn a good portion of your attention to child custody related matters. With a parenting agreement in place, both you and your ex-spouse will have a clear idea of how to best parent your children in the future. While...
Going through a divorce is one of the most challenging times of your life. If you find yourself in this position, you need to protect yourself and your children. The first step in helping your children through the divorce process is explaining to them what's...
Let's face it: There's nothing simple about asking your spouse for a divorce. Even if your marriage has fallen apart, this conversation can bring forth a variety of challenges and quite a bit of tension. While there's no right or wrong way to ask your spouse for a...
There may come a point in your life when you're no longer able to make child support payments as required by the court. If this happens, you need to take formal action, as opposed to making the decision to stop paying on your own. Here are the most important steps to...
