Marriage can be messy at times. When it becomes too difficult to resolve a marital problem, couples often decide to end their marriage. For some, divorce could be an easy process, if they can reach a mutual agreement. But divorce involving domestic abuse is typically...
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3 reasons young couples have lower divorce rates
For young couples in the United States, the divorce rate has been falling. This is not true for all couples, especially those in older age brackets – such as those who are 50 years old and older, who have a rising divorce rate. But it is certainly true that younger...
How is marital conflict linked to divorce?
There are a few different ways that marital conflict can impact divorce. To begin with, couples who are in high-conflict marriages often have higher odds of divorce than those who are not. This constant conflict simply puts stress on the relationship and causes the...
Four ways to protect your post-divorce finances
Although coping with the emotional realities of your divorce can be difficult, you can quickly find yourself consumed with financial worries. Your fear of the property division process and reduced household income is palpable, leaving you uncertain about the future....
If you get divorced, will you lose your family business?
Your spouse files for divorce, and you’re worried about how much it’s going to change your life. Not only is this going to be the end of your marriage, but you and your spouse are joint business partners. Shortly after getting married, you started the business...
Could trying to save money cause a divorce?
When couples get divorced, they often talk about financial issues that took them to that point. Maybe they had overwhelming debt. Perhaps they couldn’t afford their mortgage and were in danger of foreclosure. Maybe they didn’t agree about how they should use their...
Do you have to sell your home during a divorce?
If you are getting divorced, one of the options that you have is to sell your house. Many couples do choose to do this. They have to divide their assets, and the easiest way to divide something like a home is just to sell it and split up the money. But you may find...
Kids resisting contact with parents post-divorce
Children react differently when it comes to their parents splitting up. While some issues can be worked out post-divorce, some children make the decision to cut off all contact. The aftermath creates confusion and starts a blame game with parents and other family...
Tips for making the most of supervised visits with your child
Supervised visits can present a challenging dynamic for families, especially for parents who must navigate these arrangements. The right approach can foster a positive environment that encourages nurturing relationships and ongoing parent-child interaction. These...
4 tips for negotiating property division in divorce
A divorce is possibly the last thing someone can think of when they are getting married, but things change. Irreconcilable differences and other grounds can lead to a divorce. If this is your case, you should be informed about matters concerning divorce, property...