Many people have heard of prenuptial agreements. They are marital contracts signed before a couple walks down the aisle that protect each party's interests and assets in the event that the marriage fails. Those agreements make sense to a lot of people. But what about...
Month: December 2018
How divorcing couples can benefit from the new tax law in 2019
If your divorce isn't going to be final before the end of the year (or if you haven't begun the process yet) and alimony is part of it, you'll be facing the new rules established under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) signed into law a year ago. For the first time in...
How social media contributes to the end of marriages
Social media has opened up many people's spheres to include "friends" and "followers" they wouldn't meet in their everyday lives. Many of our social media relationships are with people we've never met in person -- or ever will. They may be with people who live across...
Making the most of the holiday season as a divorced parent
If you're facing your first holiday season as a divorced parent, you're likely experiencing a mix of emotions. Even if this isn't your first December as a part-time single parent, the idea of not being with your kids for all of their holiday celebrations can be...
How co-parents can minimize holiday gift giving stress
The holidays can be an extremely stressful time for divorced co-parents -- particularly if this is their first holiday season apart. One issue that can become a minefield is gift giving for the kids. Too often, parents' resentments towards each other manifest...