Alimony (also called “spousal support”) can be a hot topic in a divorce, and it’s never really surprising when a couple at war with each other can’t agree on what’s fair. Even once alimony issues are settled (whether by agreement or an order of the court), they can...
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How can you act in a child’s best interests in a divorce?
When going through a divorce, it is easy to see things as a competition between you and your spouse: the more they get, the less you get. Thinking like this will make the divorce process more problematic than it needs to be. If you think about child custody with this...
Why parental divorce can have a significant emotional impact on adult children
If you’re among the increasing number of people over 50 who divorce after their children are grown and have started their own lives, you may not be worried about how the divorce will affect them. Many divorcing spouses are so consumed with their own emotions and the...
Divorcing a millionaire? You’ve got some major financial issues to consider
Divorce is never easy. When your spouse is a highly-placed executive or a professional who is part of a thriving practice, however, the odds that your divorce will get complicated and messy is higher than usual. If you’re divorcing someone with a million (or millions)...
Making sense of post-divorce credit card debt
Even if you and your spouse have agreed to an amicable divorce in Florida, divorcing your debt may not be as easy. You will remain responsible for your ex-spouse's debt if it was acquired on a credit card if that card was in your name. Division of debt is less than...
Did you know that gray divorce is on the rise?
Though it is not a technical term, “gray divorce” is often used when people who are 50 years old or older decide to get divorced. It is something that used to be rather uncommon, and may even now come as a surprise. If a couple has been together for decades, friends...
Reasons to sell your home during a divorce
Deciding what to do with the house during a divorce can be tricky. It’s likely your largest asset if you own it outright. If you have a mortgage, it’s your largest debt -- though selling it may turn it into an asset if you get more than you owe. Selling a home is a...
Why adopting teens can be ideal
Many individuals hear about teens needing forever homes, yet they are leery about taking them in and giving them the family dynamic that they want and deserve. Some prospective parents may assume that the teens are already "damaged goods" or that they're close to...
Be sure to look out of state if searching for hidden assets in your divorce
When divorcing a high asset partner, you would do well to remember the phrase “All is fair in love and war.” Many people operate by those rules. You may be hoping your spouse will offer you a fair settlement, but they may do all they can to keep hold of their wealth...
Do parents always have to consent to an adoption?
In most situations, you'll have to get the biological parent's consent if you want to adopt their child in Florida. However, some parents effectively give up the right to make decisions for their children. The court might waive the consent requirement, making it...
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