Divorce is a complicated process both emotionally and financially. One of the more heated topics couples face is how they’re going to divide their property. The standard for property division in Pennsylvania is “equitable distribution”, which means that property is...
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Figuring out your financials after divorce
Going through a divorce is difficult, but many people do not realize that life after divorce can be tough too. This is a new chapter in your life with many adjustments and changes to think about. Dealing with and figuring out your financials can be especially hard to...
Is “nesting” a good fit for your family?
Creating an arrangement that works for your family after a divorce can be tricky. You want to figure out a situation that keeps your children happy and fits in with your new lifestyle. A relatively recent trend for co-parenting is called “nesting.” Could this...
What do divorcing couples argue about the most and why?
Letting go of a marriage and starting over at any age is filled with challenges, most of which revolves around money. Women are particularly vulnerable to financial instability after parting ways. Undoubtedly, money and how much you have can play a major role of...
3 reasons why it’s time for a child custody modification
Life after divorce strings along many changes. For some people, they want a fresh start and clean slate. For others, they want to continue giving their children a normal life. Sometimes this means they want their child to spend equal time with both parents. Other...
Healthy divorce: cooperating with your spouse
There are many negative stereotypes about divorce. People might think divorce is messy and involves heated arguments between spouses. Sometimes this is true, but it is not always the case. There are ways you and your spouse can have a “healthy” divorce, one that is...
Why should I consider a prenuptial agreement?
As unromantic as it sounds, marriage is a contractual relationship between two people. Once you become legally married, you and your new spouse are now a legal unit. Considering that financial issues are one of the top drivers of divorce, it makes sense to consider...
The importance of documentation in a divorce
Even if you and your spouse have decided jointly that you can no longer remain married, you might not expect that they would misrepresent your assets during a divorce. While your spouse might not necessarily do anything illegal it is not uncommon for divorcing...
Does my divorce decree take care of everything?
If you have recently gotten divorced or maybe are in the process of a divorce, you will want to have a good understanding of what power your divorce decree will ultimately have. Certainly this document may be essential for you in many ways but it alone does not...
Adjusting to life after divorce
Even after the paperwork is finalized and the new chapter of life begins, it can be difficult to adjust to life after divorce. Children or no children, life after marriage can seem challenging and even disorienting for many Pennsylvania residents -- especially in the...