When you’re going through a divorce, one of the things that you need to think about is how to resolve disputes. Disputes can be expensive and time-consuming. They may be upsetting and make you feel terrible about your divorce. You may get angry if the other party...
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Finances And Divorce: 3 Steps To Take To Make It Easier On Yourself
If you are preparing to divorce your spouse, one of the things you need to think about is how you’re going to support yourself. If you currently work and have a career, then you know you’ll have an income coming in. If you don’t work and have been a stay-at-home...
How To Make Co-Parenting Less Stressful
Co-parenting can be very difficult and stressful, but it doesn't have to be. Many parents let the emotions they have for their ex cloud their judgment, which can lead to each parent caring more about being better than the other instead of working together for the sake...
How Does Collaborative Divorce Work?
No matter how perfect communication is between couples going through a divorce, it is likely that there will be an issue. However, both individuals should understand that any disputes will move onto the courts and cost them not only time but also a lot of money. That...
Dividing Digital Assets In A Divorce
Historically, divorcing couples have had to focus their attention on dividing physical assets such as their cars, a family business or the matrimonial home. In recent years, however, more and more couples have also started amassing digital assets that must be...
How To Help Children Of All Ages Process Divorce
Divorce comes with a lot of changes. As an adult, you have more experience with understanding and adapting to new phases of life. Since children are less experienced, it’s up to co-parents to help prepare and guide them through divorce. One of the first steps you can...
Mediation Can Help You Resolve Disputes And Move On
There's no question that divorces can draw out the worst in people. Conflicts come to the surface and can drag out a divorce for months or years.For couples who are willing to try to work together, there is a better solution. That solution is to try mediation....
Dating Red Flags That Could Lead To Divorce
You don't have to get married to see that divorce is on the horizon. In fact, many red flags crop up while you're dating. Couples often overlook them, get married, and then feel a bit stunned when they file for divorce. The reality is that the signs were there all...
Stay-At-Home Parents May Want A Postnup
A postnuptial agreement, signed after your wedding day, is similar to a prenuptial agreement. It sets aside certain assets and/or addresses pressing property division questions. If you decide to get divorced, you already have that agreement in place. The need for a...
Dividing Your Retirement Assets After Divorce
If you're getting divorced when you're closing in on your retirement, your financial future may be the main focus of the divorce. Your children already moved out of the house, so you don't have to worry about custody issues. You already paid off your home and other...