Every state has its own laws about marriage and divorce, although certain concepts exist in the laws of multiple states. The concept of community property as enshrined in California state laws is something that many other states also apply to marriages and to...
Does your spouse travel too often for work? It may be necessary, but that does not mean it’s good for your relationship. For example, say that you work from home and you have no children. Your spouse usually works nearby but has to travel multiple times per month....
Even if you’re 100% prepared for the divorce process, there’s no way of knowing what will come to light along the way. However, that shouldn’t stop you from doing your best to prepare for everything. Divorce will affect your finances in a variety of ways, so it’s...
The fact that your spouse wants a divorce is something you didn’t expect. You knew that you’d had a few arguments lately, but there were some deeper issues you didn’t realize they were concerned over. Today, you’re looking at your divorce paperwork and are at a loss....
It is possible to get an annulment in California, but you must meet strict requirements to qualify for this process. Some people believe that an annulment is a fast and easy way to end an unwanted marriage. However, if you are found eligible for this process, it can...
Spousal support can be very important. It is a way to help a lesser-earning spouse support themselves. It may help them as they go back to school or focus on improving their career. It could help them live in the same area instead of having to move because of high...
Divorce rates are down -- except among seniors. Divorce rates in America for couples who are over 50 years old have risen dramatically in the last few decades. However, a gray divorce isn’t your only option if you’re unhappily wed and older. A legal separation might...
For divorcing couples who share children, the custody arrangements for those kids will often be the most hotly contested issue. Both parents will want to protect their relationship with the children, which could potentially lead to a custody battle. However, for most...
Getting divorced can be stressful and not only for the reasons you think of first. Yes, ending a relationship is stressful in its own right but remember that most people have never gone through it before. That means it brings a lot of unknowns. They feel like they...
According to one study, the top reason for divorce is infidelity. The second, though, is something a lot less dramatic: disagreements about money. When couples do not agree on their finances and end up arguing over money issues, they tend to end those disagreements by...