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When couples can’t talk out their issues, the next thing they may try is marriage counseling. Marriage counselors are generally trained in communication and argument de-escalation techniques. In theory, couples therapy should help couples reestablish and rekindle...
Divorce is difficult, and it can be messy for many couples. With all the arguing and disagreements you may face, you may not think much about your taxes. However, it’s imperative that you consider your tax situation and what it will be when your divorce is final....
At this point in your relationship with your ex, you have no idea what you ever saw in them – and they certainly aren’t making your co-parenting relationship easy. The hostility between you has gotten to the point where your ex is purposefully making it impossible for...
Your child is growing at an age where they are most susceptible to change. As a parent who tries their hardest to raise their child in the best possible world, it’s a reasonable fear to believe your divorce might cause harm to their development. You shouldn’t have to...
The process of dissolving a marriage is never a walk in the park. During those emotional moments, your decision-making process can be severely hindered. As a result, you might end up making costly financial mistakes that may come back to haunt you down the road. If...
Telling your spouse you want to divorce them is not the sort of thing you should use as an idle threat. You should only say it if you are sure you mean it. It is not something to say in the heat of an argument, either. Save it for a calmer moment. That way, you can...
If you and your spouse are divorcing and both want your kids to live with you, then you might look at ways to show a court that you are the better parent. First, even if a judge agrees that you are the better parent, it does not mean they will award you sole custody....
The subject of child custody and visitation can be heavily contested during the divorce or separation. Under ideal circumstances, the family court would prefer a situation where the couple comes up with their own custody arrangement that serves the best interest of...
Where you live and what property you have in your name after a divorce will have a profound impact on your life and possibly your parenting rights. The house where you have lived with your spouse for years could become the focal point of disagreements in upcoming...
There will be a lot of awkward moments ahead if you have kids and your divorce is not entirely amicable. As the responsible adults in the room, you need to do your best to avoid letting your disagreements affect your children. Pull out a calendar when you create...
