Is your marriage headed toward divorce?
There are very few cases in which a divorce happens without there being any signs that it’s coming. For many people, there is at least a hint that something is amiss, but some individuals might look over those with the hope that things will suddenly improve. There are several signs that signal a marriage is headed toward […]
Divorce can be a positive experience: Here’s why
Most married people fear divorce as if it were an unstoppable force of destruction that will upend their lives forever — but it really isn’t. Divorces happen, and they aren’t always a bad thing. Some of the positive benefits of divorce include: Your children may become stronger, happier people. Far from being devastated by divorce, many children thrive when their […]
Could spending more time together lead to divorce?
You may have heard that spending too much time apart could lead to a divorce. Couples who travel a lot or work long hours may not feel very connected to one another and may not be able to build a strong, lasting relationship. But is the opposite true? Could you spend too much time together […]
Who gets the engagement ring after a divorce?
Before your marriage, you probably either gave or got an engagement ring — and it may have been one of the most significant expenditures ever made in your relationship. That’s why couples who divorce often struggle with the question, “Who gets to keep the ring?” Here are some facts that you can use to get your answers. […]
You may be surprised by how people react to your divorce
If you’re planning to get a divorce, one thing you’ll have to do is announce it to friends and family. That announcement can be as scary as the divorce itself. It’s hard to know how people will react. It’s safe to say that you should expect a wide variety of responses when you let others […]
The beginning of the year kicks off a big increase in divorce filings
Now that the holidays are over, more couples are finally calling it quits. In fact, January kicks off an increase in divorce filings, one-third higher than in other months, according to American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. January has become known as divorce month because of this phenomenon. February and March also are popular months to […]
Couples consider ‘strategic divorce’ to save on taxes
One of the most awkward questions one could ask their spouse is if they wanted to separate to save money. This strategy is something a handful of wealthy couples who want to lower their tax bracket. But the rich aren’t the only ones considering this move. In fact, other couples who aren’t as well-off are […]
How can financial disagreements lead to divorce?
When you marry someone, you share your lives together. This includes sharing your finances and making financial decisions together. But if you disagree on how to manage your finances, you can cause stress in your marriage. Stress over money can often be a major factor in divorce. Here are a few ways finances can add stress […]