Blog: Divorce
- Can you annul a marriage you see as a mistake?
Oct 13, 2021
At one time or another, virtually everyone has experienced buyer’s remorse. While you may regret purchasing a coffeemaker, car or even a house, marrying the wrong person may force you to potentially face a lifetime of unhappiness. Fortunately, in some circumstances, it is possible to pursue an annulment. An annulment is different from a divorce. With an annulment, a court determines your marriage was never legally valid and therefore never really existed. In the Keystone...Read More - Why prenups are crucial for previously married couples
Sep 15, 2021
When you married the first time, you were young and had few assets, so a prenup may not have been a consideration. Now that you are older and preparing to marry for the second time, you may feel that the reasons to have a prenuptial agreement are a great deal more important. Addressing the needs of the new spouse Your first considerations when drafting a prenuptial agreement will be for the needs of your new...Read More - 3 smart financial steps to take amid gray divorce
Jul 26, 2021
When you split from your spouse later on in life, you may have different needs, financial and otherwise, than you would if you divorced during your younger years. You may not have any plans to reenter the workforce given your age, for example, or you may feel most concerned about having enough for your impending retirement. Making certain money moves while your “gray” divorce is ongoing may help you accomplish your objectives and otherwise prepare...Read More - How social media can impact your divorce proceedings
Jul 22, 2021
These days there should be no expectation of privacy when it comes to the internet and social media. Even when you delete a post, it probably still exists in a data center somewhere. It is becoming more common for attorneys to use social media posts as evidence in divorce proceedings. Some people cite social media as the cause for the end of the marriage because one of the partners found incriminating information there. Dating Though...Read More - How can you prove your ex has hidden assets?
Jul 9, 2021
As you divorce, alimony is likely one major factor that could direct your life in the aftermath. Your local court typically sets the amount you receive; however, your ex may decide to try and hide assets to prevent paying a higher amount each month. CNBC reports that certain types of documentation may provide you with clues to finding hidden assets and that these may lead you to proof of any wrongdoing. Tax returns Your spouse...Read More - How to break the news of your divorce to acquaintances
Jul 1, 2021
When you decided to get divorced, you probably planned conversations with your children and close family members and knew that they would be the first to know. Now with those difficult conversations out of the way, you may wonder what other parties need or should know about your plans to divorce. In addition to notifying important people in your children’s lives such as teachers, pediatricians and babysitters, you may also want to notify some of...Read More - How does divorce affect children of different ages?
May 25, 2021
While divorce tends to affect the entire family, few are more likely to feel its impact than your children. Today’s Parent reports that the effects of a divorce on children may depend on their age and ability to grasp the accompanying emotions and that younger children may not always see the bigger picture regarding the future. If you have children of different ages living in your home, talking to each child about your divorce on...Read More - How should you discuss divorce with your children?
Apr 16, 2021
Stress from a divorce can affect not only you and your ex-spouse but your children as well. Talking about this topic can seem intimidating, but anticipating what may happen can help you prepare to break the news. Stay calm and honest According to the Mayo Clinic, children feel frightened by sudden changes in their daily lives and can often react in an extreme way once you talk to them. You can help reduce their worry...Read More - Will spousal support impact your ability to get a mortgage?
Apr 6, 2021
When making a decision about spousal support during your divorce, you should think ahead and understand how it may impact your finances in the future. One example is if you will want to secure a mortgage. Paying spousal support becomes a debt in the eyes of a lender, according to Rocket Mortgage. It is money you owe and have an obligation to pay. Timing One thing to think about is how long you will pay...Read More - Is this parental alienation?
Mar 18, 2021
During a divorce, your child can experience tremendous amounts of stress. This is a psychologically difficult time for everyone involved. And unfortunately, some people have no intention of making it easy on you. Some parents will take this opportunity to try turning your child against you. You must maintain vigilance to work against the issue of parental alienation. The onset of parental alienation Psychiatric Times discuss ways in which you can prevent parental alienation. This...Read More