When you get married, you hope things remain that way for the rest of your life. Unfortunately, there could come a point in the future when you begin to ponder divorce. While there are many ways to save a marriage, some people find that nothing works for them. As you...
Year: 2017
What are the biggest financial mistakes during divorce?
When going through the divorce process, it can be a challenge to keep a bead on your finances. There's a lot going on around you, and getting off track is every bit as easy as it sounds. Here are some of the biggest financial mistakes you can make during divorce:...
A property division checklist is a game changer
There is no way to avoid the many challenges associated with the divorce process. Instead, the best thing you can do is attempt to alleviate some of the stress. For instance, you know that property division can be a sticking point. While you want to secure as many...
Questions to ask yourself if you’re considering divorce
So lately, you've found your mind frequently drifting to the topic of divorce. Perhaps you're not even sure yet whether you want a divorce, but for one reason or another, the thought keeps popping into your head. Of course, nobody jumps headfirst into divorce without...
How do you financially prepare yourself for a divorce?
Once you decide that divorce is imminent, you'll want to turn your attention to the future. This means many things, including getting comfortable with the idea that you are now single. Along with this, you'll want to prepare yourself from a financial perspective as...
Let a parenting agreement make your life easier
Going through a divorce can be a challenge, especially if you have at least one child with your soon-to-be ex-spouse. While you need to do what's right for you during this difficult time of your life, you should never lose sight of what's best for your child. There...
How do you tell your spouse you want a divorce?
Even if you are stuck in a bad marriage, you know that it can be a challenge to tell your spouse you want a divorce. There is something about having this conversation that is sure to make you nervous. If you find that you have no other option, it's best to prepare for...
Tennessee requires waiting period for no fault divorce
Whether your marriage has been barely hanging on for months (or longer) or a cataclysmic event brought it to an abrupt end, navigating the process of divorce can be quite daunting. Perhaps you and your spouse are on good enough speaking terms that you both agree you...
Will you divide credit card debt in divorce?
As you move through the divorce process one small step at a time, it's only natural to turn your attention to property division at some point. You want to know that you are getting what is rightfully yours in regards to assets. But here's something else to remember:...
Do these things to prepare for adoption
There is no denying the fact that moving forward with adoption is sure to change your life in a number of ways. While this is something you are looking forward to, it's important that you know exactly what you should and shouldn't be doing as the big day closes in....