You may have decided that you want to get divorced, but you’re struggling with the reason. The problem is that you’re just not even sure what the reason is. Your spouse hasn’t had an affair. They haven’t been abusive. They haven’t caused any financial problems. All...
Divorce
3 reasons to opt for an amicable divorce
Divorce can be difficult and emotional, but an amicable divorce can make it easier for both parties involved. An amicable divorce is a divorce where both parties agree on the terms of the separation without needing court intervention. This type of divorce typically...
Is your spouse a narcissist? 4 signs to watch
A narcissistic personality disorder is a mental health condition that leads people to have a high sense of importance over themselves. It’s commonly believed that narcissists are overly drawn to their physical image, but it’s also the idealized image of themselves...
People often adjust their communication styles after divorce
A breakdown in communication often precedes a divorce filing. Those who are preparing for or are recovering from a divorce typically find that their communication with their spouse or former spouse is changing dramatically. Poor communication practices can lead to...
5 tips for a non-contentious divorce
Divorce can be a challenging and emotional process for everyone involved, but it doesn't have to be contentious. When both parties can focus on keeping things low-stress, there’s a good chance that this goal can be achieved. Working as a team with your ex might not be...
Primary differences between uncontested and contested divorce
People often fear the thought of divorce, assuming that it will be painful, embarrassing and expensive. Divorce certainly has the potential to be a very disruptive personal experience. However, the benefits of moving forward with this process benefit millions of...
How is marital debt divided in a California divorce?
The end of your marriage does not release you from financial liability for debts you took together as a couple, commonly referred to as marital debts. Such debt can include mortgages, credit cards, car loans or other financial obligations incurred during the marriage....
How can you save money on your divorce?
Getting a divorce is very similar to getting married in one respect: It costs money. If you’re contemplating a split, you have to think about the financial issues involved – and that’s much more than just thinking about dividing up the savings account and splitting...
How to tell your children about your divorce
Children are extremely resilient but also fragile. Because of this, you may be concerned about how they will react to the news of your divorce. This is a delicate and personal matter you must handle carefully. If you don’t take the right steps to tell your children...
Child support from a parent who has fluctuating income
When you and your spouse divorced, you expected your child’s other parent to pay child support and it was even granted by a judge. The only problem, however, is that your ex-spouse has a fluctuating income. Maybe it’s because they work off of commissions, they’ve...