Divorce can be physically and emotionally taxing. But it can also be extremely financially draining. You no longer have a second income to rely on, and the cost of your divorce can add up quickly. However, while there are some expenses that are unavoidable in the...
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Strategies for creating a successful parenting plan
If you’re a parent considering divorce, you’re likely concerned about the effects a divorce may have on your children. While divorce might be the best option for your family, it introduces big life changes for kids of all ages. Co-parenting is no easy feat. However,...
Dating during the divorce process: should you do it?
Your divorce has been tough, and you may already be looking to date someone new. However, dating too early can have consequences.It’s smart to wait until after your divorce is final, especially if you have kids with your spouse.Why should you be careful about dating...
Questions to ask yourself when facing debt in a divorce
The issue of money is among the most important issues that couples face when divorcing. The outcome decided by the court will determine greatly the reality of a financial hardships or not. Part of the money equation is determining what to do about any shared...
How a mediator helps divorcing couples compromise
Mediation is a popular method divorcing couples can use to sort through the terms of property division and child custody outside of court. By using a third party as a mediator, couples can make up their own agreements peacefully, instead of asking the courts to make...
Bieber and Baldwin opt for post-nup instead of pre-nup
News of pop sensation, singer-songwriter, Justin Bieber's engagement to model, Hailey Baldwin, came as a shock this summer just two months after the young couple began speaking again. Rumors of marriage sparked in mid-September after the duo was seen at the New York...
How is “Best Interest of the Child” determined in New York?
If you’re in the process of a divorce or split, you’ve likely heard the phrase “best interest of the child”, but what does that mean exactly and how does it relate to your custody case? A child custody decision can be one of the most contentious aspects of a divorce....
Divorce after 50 presents unique financial challenges
For some couples, retirement is when they feel they finally get a chance to spend time together after decades of working hard to build their lives. For others, it leads to a realization that they're living with someone they don't love anymore.Starting over after a...
How will student loan debt be divided during a divorce?
Student loan debt is a significant financial burden for many Americans. After graduation, the average U.S. student owes $37,172 in student loans, and roughly one in four adult have student loans.One of the most stressful things about a divorce can be managing...
Courts may award different forms of alimony
Many alimony awards take on the common form of one person paying to their former spouse monthly payments of money. These payments can go on indefinitely or they may end after a certain amount of time or the achievement of self-sufficiency for the recipient party....
