Many divorcing couples fight over who keeps the house for several good reasons. Buying and moving to a new place can be costly. If you have primary custody, keeping the family home might also help give your children some sense of stability. However, keeping the house...
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Cryptocurrency becoming increasingly challenging in divorce proceedings
If divorce becomes a reality, cryptocurrencies purchased during a marriage, including bitcoin, ethereum and litecoin, are typically considered marital assets instead of income. As such, they should be listed on financial disclosures. Crypto holdings have become...
An “amicable” divorce can still have issues
Divorce, even when amicable, takes a lot of time and effort. The stress and anxiety can be excruciating as your old family life gives way to a profoundly new one. This doesn’t mean, however, that it makes sense to seek easy resolutions that could cost you in the...
How can former spouses (and their kids) benefit from a co-parenting app?
Even when spouses agree that a divorce is the best solution for their family, co-parenting can be challenging, especially when exes don’t get along. Some parents put aside their differences and focus on their children’s best interests. Still, communication may be...
The financial mistake many people make before filing for divorce
Most people understand that divorce will mean some challenging financial adjustments. After all, they will have to both cover the cost of the divorce itself and also split their property with their spouse. People often have to accept a temporary reduction in their...
Sharing custody orders with schools
Transitioning between schools can be a challenging experience for any child, especially when custody arrangements are involved. To facilitate a smooth process and support the child's academic journey, it is crucial to maintain effective communication between parents....
What to look for in a divorce lawyer
As you contemplate your divorce, many issues and doubts will arise. You must face challenging questions regarding alimony, marital property division and custody, and make significant decisions. Fortunately, you need not go through the process alone. Your most...
Modifications in child support due to child endangerment
Determining the best custody arrangement for a child after divorce is tough. Sometimes, even after careful consideration, the decision which is supposed to be in the child's best interest can turn out for the worse. For example, unforeseen circumstances may result in...
‘Nesting’ – A popular alternative for some separating spouses?
When parents divorce, most put the needs of their children ahead of any bad feelings they may have for their ex-spouse. This has led many parents to try 'nesting.' What is nesting? When thinking about child custody arrangements, many assume it will involve the...
Can a teenager refuse to spend time with one parent post-divorce?
Teenagers are notorious for being emotionally volatile and particularly difficult for their parents to manage. When a family compounds an already tumultuous time in a young adult's life with the external stress of parental divorce, what results is often severe...