If you and your spouse have endured marital difficulties for months or years, you two might have finally decided to divorce. As you prepare for proceedings, you may hope that you can minimize your interactions with your spouse in the future. But if you two are...
Month: December 2020
Don’t neglect your child’s 529 plan in your divorce
No responsible parent wants their divorce to upend plans for their child’s college education – even if it’s many years away. That’s why it’s essential to deal with your 529 plan in your divorce settlement. These college savings plans are designed to help parents make...
Steps to take now if you want to divorce early in 2021
If you are like most people, even if you know you don't want to stay married, you probably wouldn't dream of filing for divorce right before the holidays. Not only is it a terrible time to have to move, but you could impact how your family members experience holidays...
Schooling and divorce: Talk it out
It can be tough to decide how you want to raise your child when they’re between homes. You might have your own preferences when it comes to their schooling or activities, but if you and the other parent both have legal custody, then you’ll have to compromise. With...
5 tips for getting along with your ex after divorce
You may feel like you survived an earthquake or hurricane when your divorce is finalized. Your life has been topsy-turvy for months and you may just now feel things are a bit more settled. Because you and you ex will share custody of your children, you want to get...
Ending a marriage with love: “Honey, let’s get a divorce.”
Often, divorce is portrayed as something that happens to two people who no longer get along. They are definitely not in love. They fight and argue constantly. They may act more like enemies than friends. There are plenty of bitter feelings, even after the divorce...