Divorce can easily be one of the most challenging times in a family's life, especially for the children. No matter what age they are, children often struggle to understand why their parents are divorcing, have a hard time adjusting to the changes that come with...
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3 things to know about real estate and divorce
You might be one of many people in New York who owned a home before your wedding day. Then again, you and your spouse might have made an adventure of finding your dream house together and making a purchase after you had tied the knot. Whether it’s been less than 10...
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...
The role a prenuptial agreement may play in a New York divorce
Not every couple that chooses to get married will elect to draft and execute a prenuptial agreement before formalizing the relationship between the partners in marriage. Those that do, though, create contracts that can dictate how certain financial and property-based...
Student loans are a common cause of divorce
The cost of obtaining a college degree in the United States has skyrocketed in recent years. Although some New York students may be able to keep their educational costs in check by electing to attend one of the state's excellent public universities, others may choose...
A divorce based on fault may require information and proof
Disagreements often form the backbone of many New York divorces. When the parties to a legal relationship cannot work out their differences and cannot foresee a future where they will be able to live together, they may decide to end their marriage through the courts....
What restrictions will you face in a divorce?
Once the decision to get divorced is made, most people want the actual process to be over quickly. Unfortunately, that’s not how the system works. The process takes time, and the divorcing couple has a number of restrictions placed on them.New York is one of the...
The road to a divorce doesn’t have to be traveled alone
Deciding to pursue a divorce is often a difficult decision for New York residents. Most people have a plan and it gives them comfort-they know what they want to achieve and how to go about achieving it. The decision to divorce often throws a curveball into the...
Is there a link between a woman’s career surge and divorce?
New Yorkers like to think that they are very progressive in both thought and action, which is probably why it may come as a surprise to them that a recent study found that a woman's promotion at her job may increase the chances of her getting a divorce.Swedish...