Emotional Stages of Divorce

Emotional Stages of Divorce

Divorce is an event that nobody wants to go through. It is a legal process full of emotions. You may be happy one minute, and then sad the next. You may spend a whole day depressed and stuck in bed, until one day, you decide to accept your situation and move on. There are many reasons why ending your marriage …

Eight Rules for Dating After Divorce

Eight Rules for Dating After Divorce

Divorce is a stressful process. After many years of marriage and spending your life with one other person, you are now on your own. You are living by yourself and working, making your own money. If you have kids, you likely share custody with the other parent. You may be rediscovering yourself, surrounding yourself with new friends, and engaging in …

What to do When Your Grown Child Divorces

What to do When Your Grown Child Divorces

It can be devastating to hear that your grown child has divorced. Many parents want the best for their children, no matter how old they are, so it can be a shock to hear that they are ending their marriage, whether they just got married last year or 20 years ago. You may be upset about the situation, especially if …

How COVID-19 can Make Property Division More Complicated

How COVID-19 can Make Property Division More Complicated

COVID-19 has changed the lives of Americans in many ways. People have been laid off from jobs. They have been forced to shelter in place. Being quarantined with their spouses has been challenging for many people—so much so, in fact, that many are considering divorce. However, the coronavirus crisis has made divorces more complex. Right now, courts are closed, opening …

What is Divorce Funding?

What is Divorce Funding?

Statistics say that nearly half of all marriages end in divorce. However, it is possible that many more people would get divorced if money was not a factor. The average cost of a divorce is around $15,000 to $30,000. In high asset divorces, the expenses could exceed millions of dollars. Even if you opt for an amicable divorce and choose …

What is an Emergency Divorce Order?

What is an Emergency Divorce Order?

If you grew up in the ‘90s, you may have watched the sitcom “Full House” and remember the adorable Michelle Tanner, played by twins Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Those twins are all grown up, and one of them—Mary-Kate—is actually going through a nasty divorce right now. Mary-Kate, 33, is currently in the process of divorcing Olivier Sarkozy, 50, her husband …

Men vs. Women: Who Fares Better in a Divorce?

Men vs. Women: Who Fares Better in a Divorce?

If you have friends or family members who have gone through a divorce, you are likely to hear about how the other spouse fared very well, while the person you are talking to was not so lucky. Usually, it seems as though the woman is the one who gets the better end of the deal. While many men are quick …

Exploring Less Traditional Ideas of Marriage

Exploring Less Traditional Ideas of Marriage

A lot of people feel uncertain about their marriage. It may not be happy, and they may even contemplate divorce at some point, but for some reason, they are just not ready to let go.  They may be sticking around for financial reasons. A stay-at-home mom may not work or earn income, so how will they support themselves after a …

How to Save Money for a Divorce

How to Save Money for a Divorce

It is estimated that at least 40% of marriages end in divorce. It is possible that many more people would get divorced, but there is one thing stopping them — money. While many couples stay together for the children, some delay divorce because they simply cannot afford it. The average cost of a divorce is $15,000. While it is possible …

Divorcing After Decades of Marriage: What You Need to Know

Divorcing After Decades of Marriage: What You Need to Know

It can be a shock to hear that a friend, family member, or neighbor is getting divorced after many years of marriage. After a certain period of time, you naturally assume that a couple will stay together forever. After all, if they have been able to get along with each for 30 or 40 years, they should be able to …