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Divorce involves making important decisions that will affect the family for years. Few of these decisions are more important than a parenting plan that determines custody, visitation, schedules, and other vital details that address the needs of the children. Over...
Some couples find themselves caught in a long-term separation rather than a divorce. The reasons may involve money, religious grounds, family pressures or a spouse's refusal to divorce. Some separate, clinging to the hope that they will reconcile; however, one study...
Nearly everyone going into a divorce knows they will divide up assets, but they may not realize that couples also need to divide up their marital debts. From credit cards to mortgages, both parties share the responsibility of repayment. It can be challenging to spread...
Those with old-fashioned sensibilities may view prenuptial agreements as unromantic or only for the super-wealthy, but attitudes are changing quickly. In fact, according to reporting from MarketWatch, approximately 40% of married millennials claim they have one....
Lack of communication is a common contributor often cited in divorce. Even if the couple has good communication skills, there may be other significant reasons that caused the communication breakdown. Now that the couple has taken steps to end the marriage, it may be...
Prenuptial agreements were once typically reserved for the super-wealthy. Over time, however, the arrangements have become increasingly common for a broader cross-section of people. Common premises for using one often involve couples getting remarried later in life...
The details of each marriage and divorce are unique to the people involved. Generally speaking, the decision to end it often revolves around growing apart over time or losing a unified focus, such as finding purpose after the kids grow up and move out. Sometimes, it...
Financial security is one of the major concerns for many when planning their divorce. The issue is particularly acute for those who did not work outside the home or have seen their income limited by family obligations. There may be a long list of shared assets,...
Every divorce will involve particular challenges. Few are more difficult than addressing the needs of the children, particularly if they are special needs children. Regardless of how well the parents get along or are effective as coparents, there will be unique...
Custody decisions are typically based on determining the best interests of the children. While going through a divorce will often leave scars no matter how a family goes about it, it is possible to minimize damage and ensure that children have the tools they need to...
