Divorce

One of the critical considerations during a divorce process is alimony, especially if one spouse is considered dependent. This financial support can be crucial in helping a lower-earning spouse maintain a semblance of their marital lifestyle. In Pennsylvania, a...

No matter what finally led you to seek a divorce, the feelings of guilt you may carry with you as you exit the relationship can be severe. You may worry that you gave up too soon or feel particularly emotional about breaking up the family (especially if there are kids...

Working in medicine means accepting a lot of stress related to your job and also often working very long hours. Additionally, many medical professionals start their careers with a staggering amount of personal debt due to the educational requirements. Despite these...

As you and your spouse get older, you may find that you no longer have the same goals or objectives in life. Your spouse may want to relax and take it easy each day, reading or participating in activities at home. You may want to travel and explore, go out and enjoy...

Couples in different family situations will have unique challenges during their divorces. For families that enjoy higher levels of income and have complex property, there are concerns that can quickly complicate a divorce. One of the biggest issues in a high-asset...

There is nothing worse than being stuck in a life that you hate. While you may have children and other responsibilities in your life, the way that you live your life is ultimately up to you, even though it may not feel that way. If you are feeling unhappy or trapped,...

The U.S.'s current divorce rate continues to hover at around 50%. Many divorce attorneys and financial planners often see what happens when a wife who has let her spouse handle the family finances gets blindsided by a divorce. One financial planner recently listed the...

Prenuptial agreements are a legal form of making clear what is yours and what is your potential spouse’s. Just because you are willing to share your life does not mean you are willing to risk everything you already own to do that. While prenuptial agreements may seem...

Financial matters are among the most stressful issues spouses face when they go through a divorce. People worry about everything from dividing assets to supporting themselves and their children. Considering how consumed parties can be by money-related issues during...

Everyone has different goals during a divorce. For some, it’s keeping certain assets. For others, it’s spending time with the children. Every divorce, like every marriage, is unique. But what if your main goal is just to make the divorce process go smoothly? You don’t...