Divorce

If you have informed your spouse that you want to seek a divorce, it’s important to keep an eye on their spending of the family funds. In some cases, people will see a marked increase in spending right before divorce. This could be an example of the dissipation of...

Before embarking on the divorce process, it’s essential to have a clear understanding of your current financial situation. The first step is to get all your financial information together. You should also make a list of your assets and liabilities.  This will provide...

Preparing for a divorce can be a lengthy process. Spouses need to gather financial records and other crucial evidence. They need to start preparing to live separately and to negotiate with one another or present their case and family court. Some people spend many...

Most couples argue occasionally. Yet, constant conflict or significant issues that remain unresolved can often lead a couple to divorce. One survey asked divorcing couples to list their biggest conflicts. Here were the most common ones couples mentioned: Career...

There has been a worrying trend in the news lately. Several states (Texas, Louisiana and Nebraska) have acted to ban no-fault divorces. Once again, one spouse must demonstrate marital fault or both spouses consent to the split to get legally divorced. Will these...

Financial infidelity occurs when one partner conceals financial information or engages in financial activities without the knowledge or consent of the other. Just like sexual infidelity, it’s a relationship killer. Recent findings by Debt.com’s “Debt and Divorce”...

Preparing to divorce a narcissist can be a challenging and emotionally taxing process. Narcissists often react to divorce with attempts to control the situation, manipulate circumstances or even retaliate in various ways. This can make divorcing a narcissist a complex...

Married couples typically take their commitments to one another very seriously. Even when marriages have gone through major challenges, spouses are often eager to work with one another to preserve the relationship and improve their dynamic. Some couples go to...

Telling your children that you’re going through a divorce is challenging, especially when you consider they’ve only known life with both parents together. This is a conversation that’s best had when you don’t have to rush. Ideally, you’ll do this when they aren’t busy...

Traditionally, the decision to divorce has often been portrayed as a mutual agreement between two spouses. However, life is rarely so simple. Many marriages experience conflicts, differences and evolving circumstances that can make reaching a unanimous decision...