Divorce is a major life change for young children. Mom and dad no longer wake them up together, eat meals as a family or tuck them in at night. Each parent may have different or contradictory rules and even enforce punishment inconsistently. The kids may secretly, but...
Year: 2015
Divorce: amicable or adversarial?
It was his fault; take him for all he has. She has worked at home for the past five years; you are going to have to fight to avoid giving her half of your income for the rest of your life. The property is in his name; you had better get it in yours. Spend now so you...
Your name must be on the deed… and other property division myths
There exists a saying "money can't buy happiness." You have probably heard it, and you may agree wholeheartedly with the sentiment. This does not negate the fact that you will still probably worry about your finances throughout your life - especially if you are...
The three R’s that help make divorce easier on young children
You and your spouse file for divorce. Your child was potty-trained, but he or she started wetting the bed again. Your son loved his "big-boy's bed," but he started asking to sleep by you. Your daughter used to be independent, but she suddenly refuses to leave your...
5 ways to reduce the cost of your divorce
Divorce is not an easy decision for you to make or confront when the choice is not yours. You may feel an extreme range of emotions. Angry at your spouse. Ready for the next stage of your life, but anxious about the uncertainty of the future. Fearful that you won't...