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Divorce is a major life change that can lead to significant challenges, some of which have to do with your finances. This is especially true for people who were used to having two incomes to maintain household expenses. In that case, the biggest change is going to be...
Divorce can become more complicated when one spouse has a criminal record. Past arrests, convictions or ongoing criminal charges can affect property division, financial support or custody decisions. In many cases, the answer depends on how the criminal history impacts...
One’s marital home may be the most important consideration during property division negotiations. Spouses have to make decisions about who stays in the home or if they intend to sell the house as part of a divorce. They also need to make arrangements to compensate the...
When parents get divorced, they often divide physical custody. They will set up a schedule where they will both be in charge of the child at separate times, living with them and participating in raising the child. At the same time, however, they will have to address...
The decision to divorce is one that parents usually don’t make on a whim. If you and your spouse decide to end your marriage, you’ll have to tell your children. The way that this will occur depends on a variety of factors, including the children’s ages and maturity. ...
In California, a myth has been circulating that after your 10th wedding anniversary, the law mandates that you provide or receive alimony for life. If you are currently going through a divorce, you might either be counting on that check or losing sleep over it....
When one spouse decides to file for divorce in California, they then have to serve the divorce petition to their spouse. The next step is for that individual to respond to the petition, whether they agree to the terms or disagree. Only after that response can the...
Spousal support, also known as alimony or spousal maintenance, can be an important part of a divorce. Spousal support payments can allow dependent spouses to live separately during and after a divorce. Especially if one spouse gave up their career to raise the...
With every mortgage payment, homeowners accrue equity. Over many years, property improvements and mortgage payments can combine to create a significant amount of home equity. When spouses who own a home together decide to divorce, they must address their home equity...
Child custody and visitation decisions can shape a child’s daily life and long-term well-being. Parents often enter this process with strong emotions and many questions about what the court will consider. Understanding how custody and visitation work allows you to...
