Divorce

Many people assume that divorce is more likely if they are in constant conflict with their spouse. Maybe they have fights and disagreements on a consistent basis. Maybe they feel like every little disagreement turns into a major argument, and they can sense that this...

January is one of the most popular months for people to file for divorce. One reason is that they see the turn of the year as an ideal opportunity to schedule a change in their lives. Another is that they had decided on a divorce some time ago but wanted to wait to...

Starting over in the wake of a divorce often involves rebuilding one’s life from the ground up. An increasingly popular, innovative and practical way to navigate this transition as successfully as possible involves setting up a divorce registry. Similar to a wedding...

When we think about divorce, what comes to mind is a young couple in their first marriage facing challenges. However, an increasing trend is the rise in gray divorce, where couples over 50 are also choosing to end their marriages. Fondly referred to as boomers, these...

For most younger Americans, the divorce rate has been dropping for a while. It’s declining for those who are under 45 years old, for example. There are a few different reasons why this happens. One thing is that couples tend to cohabitate more often before marriage,...

Sometimes, divorcing someone struggling with addiction is the right thing to do not just for yourself but for the benefit of your children. Unfortunately, the element of addiction can make an already challenging divorce even more complex. Your finances and your and...

Re-entering the dating world after a divorce can be thrilling and daunting. Therefore, before embarking on a new romantic journey, it's essential to take a step back and reflect on your needs and desires.  Consider the lessons learned from your previous relationship...

When you’re going through a divorce, it’s only natural to want to vent – but you need to be very careful about who you talk to during this time and what you say.  If you “overshare” by giving out too much information about your divorce and related issues, you could...

Love is a wonderful thing. And when you meet that “special someone,” you can probably look forward to spending the rest of your life with them. But not all marriages last a lifetime. A prenuptial agreement is a legal contract that soon-to-marry couples sign to define...

One of your options for the house, if you’re getting divorced, is to sell it. This often does make things easy. You can divide other assets simply by splitting up items, but you can’t divide the house. If you sell it, that turns it into a financial asset, which you...