Financial choices during a divorce can have lasting implications on your future. One pressing question you might face is whether tapping into your retirement funds is a wise move. Before making such a significant decision, understand the ramifications. Financial...
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Why get your belongings, such as art, valued during divorce?
Ohio divorces often involve the division of shared assets and property such as houses. You and your ex may also need to account for a significant amount of belongings, such as jewelry and artwork. While valuing these items may seem like a secondary concern, it can be...
How to help your children through a divorce
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the divorce rate was at 2.5 per 1,000 people in 2021. Many divorces occur in the earlier years of marriage, which often puts children in the middle of a scary and upsetting situation. Going through a divorce...
Will my child support change if my custody schedule changes over the summer?
Child support plays a significant role in ensuring a child's well-being following a separation or divorce. It helps cover essential costs like food, clothing and education. However, many parents question whether their child support obligation changes when their...
Can my child decide who they want to live with in an Ohio divorce?
In an Ohio divorce, one of the most critical aspects to consider is the custody arrangement for any children involved. Parents often wonder if their child can choose which parent they want to live with during the divorce process. By understanding the factors that...
Does adultery matter in divorce?
Filing for divorce is not something spouses take lightly. Ohio recognizes both no-fault and at-fault reasons for ending marriages. While spouses do not have to declare an at-fault reason when filing for divorce, they might benefit from this if their partner committed...
2022 divorce statistics in the U.S.
When you walk down the aisle to meet the love of your life and say “I do," you do not expect to dissolve your union at any point. However, life is unpredictable and people change over time. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),...
Which generation has the highest divorce rate?
The baby boomer generation makes up the vast majority of divorces. Most of those divorces occurred after the age of 50. Why are boomers divorcing at such high rates? Underlying issues The generation before them generally stayed married no matter what. As a result, the...
Why does divorce increase after the holidays?
The end-of-year holiday season is a time of joy and celebration for many families. For some of those seemingly happy families, however, there might be tension brewing under the surface that does not come to light until the new year rolls around. There is a noticeable...
Can you date while your divorce is ongoing?
Navigating the complexities of a divorce can be confusing. You may have questions about what you can and cannot do while your divorce is in progress. As your relationship with your spouse ends, you might want to explore new romantic possibilities, but dating someone...