The romantic relationship between you and your spouse is no longer working, and you accept that. What you’re struggling with is separating the family unit. You have no idea how you’re going to break the news to the kids or how they are going to deal with it....
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Getting divorced? 4 clever ways you can uncover hidden assets
People who believe all is fair in love and war may not have spouses who hide assets from them. Unfortunately, this often happens. In fact, hidden assets exist in approximately two-thirds of marriages. However, when a time comes, and you decide to get out of your...
Property division: 3 options for the family home
If you’re getting divorced, your first option may be to try to keep the family home. You need to consider the financial side of this, as you may have to give up something in order to keep it. This is because your spouse likely also has a claim to the home. As you...
How to tell if it is community or separate property in your divorce
When you file for a divorce in California, a big part of the process is dividing property and debts. Property refers to anything you can sell or buy or something that has value. For some couples, determining what community property is (owned by both spouses and part...
California divorce residency requirements explained
If you intend to divorce your spouse in the Golden State, there are conditions you need to meet before you can file. One of them is your residency in the state. If you’re planning a move along with a divorce, it’s wise to understand the residency requirements in...
4 tips to protect your assets in a divorce
Dealing with a divorce can be overwhelming. Not only do you have to handle the flurry of emotions, but you also have to look out for your interests and ensure you get what you deserve. If you are not careful, you might get shortchanged or lose assets that rightfully...
Proven tips to ease the emotional impact of divorce
Divorce is challenging. Even in situations when both parties agree that the marriage should end, it can be stressful, frustrating and emotional. While divorce is rarely easy, there are steps you can take to help ease the process and take care of yourself. Accept that...
Divorce can leave a positive impact on your children
You may often hear parents state they’re only staying married until their children go to college or move out. What these parents don’t realize is their unhealthy marriage may be pushing their kids out of the house too early. Children may not understand the dynamics of...
What pushes people to divorce their spouses?
You may have recently heard yourself asking why you are still married. There seems to be something in your relationship you no longer have. A special bond that made the marriage worth having. Now you’re searching for this feeling again to reignite your marriage. You...
What should you do with the marital home in a divorce?
Your marital home is likely a place that’s very special to you. Determining what will happen to it is often something that’s hard to do if you decide to divorce. There are a few ways you may opt to handle the marital home. You and your ex will have to consider the...