You didn’t imagine you’d be in this situation when you said your vows. I’m not going to ask you to be happy about it right now. But I will tell you that a divorce doesn’t have to be a torturous process filled with screaming matches, angry courtroom scenes, or...
The vast majority of couples that separate do go on to divorce — 80% within three years, according to a recent study by researchers at Ohio State University. A small percentage (about 5%) of separated couples ultimately reconcile. But 15% are still separated and not...
If you’re getting divorced and you’ve been covered by your spouse’s health insurance, you’re probably going to lose that coverage. Once the divorce is final, you can no longer be on your spouse’s plan. In most instances, you have a bit of...
It’s tempting to try to save money on your divorce by doing it yourself. After all, few of us like to spend money on things we’re probably not going to enjoy. But skimping on your divorce is a dangerous prospect. Divorce is a complex legal process. If you...
If you’re in the early stages of a divorce or considering divorce, you probably have a lot of questions about the money stuff. Will I be broke after this divorce? Will I have to pay alimony? And if so, will I have enough money to support myself? Divorce is stressful...
While divorce can be a trying time emotionally, the legal aspects of a divorce are largely financial. How can a court separate out all the assets that a couple has acquired during their marriage? Or, if you’re negotiating a pre-court settlement, how can you and your...
