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Money troubles can put a strain on even the happiest of marriages. Couples who regularly argue about money and debt are statistically more likely to divorce than couples without financial problems. However, divorce doesn’t make the debt go away. How can you prevent your marital debt from affecting your future? Protect Yourself During Divorce With […]

The average U.S. household owes money. In fact, American households owe an average of $15,270 in credit card debt, $32,258 in student loan debt, and $149,925 in mortgage debt. During a divorce, debt will be divided between you and your spouse. However, if you aren’t careful, you could end up paying for debts you didn’t […]

You probably decided to start a business for many of the same reasons you chose to marry your spouse. Not only does your business provide you with financial stability, it also allows you to grow as a person. While your marriage is now on the rocks, your business may continue to thrive. Accordingly, before you […]

Retirement assets are marital property in Pennsylvania. If you and your spouse are divorcing, you will need to divide your 401(k), pensions, and other retirement assets. A qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) is the legal order you’ll need. A QDRO establishes a spouse’s right to receive a percentage of a qualified plan’s account balance or future […]

As you decide to end your marriage, you may wonder if there is a “right” time to do so. Popular months for divorce tend to be January, August and March, reveals Forbes. But the reason may be due to emotions and not actual advantages. It is better to base timing on finances, children’s needs, the presence of […]

Each state has its own specific set of laws that govern how a married couple must proceed when they want to divorce. However, when unmarried partners separate, they do not have the same rights and responsibilities by law. Below are a few key differences and the legal measures you may be able to take if […]

Is Dating During Separation Adultery in PA? After a divorce, you may want to immediately get back out there in the dating scene. Before doing this, you want to make sure you are patient& and you know not to put all of your eggs into one basket. Pennsylvania does take adultery into account during divorce […]

By the time the dust settles in a divorce case, there are often several court orders in place. This is especially true if the divorced couple has children together. When someone fails to comply with the terms of an order, they could face court appearances, fines and jail time. The charge might also impact their […]

Many parents choose stay-at-home parenting for financial reasons. For one, the high cost of childcare can make it impractical for both parents to work. Other parents stay home because they believe it is the best choice for their family. If you are a stay-at-home parent and are divorcing your spouse, you may be concerned about […]

As parents, we make decisions daily with our kids’ best interests in mind. One of the most important long-term choices when raising a child is deciding where they should receive an education. A school should meet (and exceed) a child’s needs, so he or she can get the best start possible. If you are a divorced […]