A decision to divorce is a significant matter. For parents, taking the time to plan for how to tell their children is a primary concern during this decision-making process. Because this is a major change for the children, it’s critical that the parents put their needs...
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Choosing the right agent when drafting powers of attorney
Wills allow people to name beneficiaries to receive their most valuable property. The instructions someone leaves for the distribution of their property can influence the standard of living for their loved ones and also their final legacy. Wills are important estate...
Introducing your new romantic partner to your ex-spouse
Engaging in a new, healthy relationship post-divorce can be a truly joyful experience. It can serve as a fresh start of sorts. However, as a divorcee, it’s crucial to acknowledge that you don’t live in a vacuum; a new relationship is bound to influence your extended...
When children are not prioritized during divorce
Of all the casualties of divorce, children suffer the most. Their lives are impacted by decisions in which they had little, if any, say in the monumental, life-changing event. The ensuing trauma will likely affect them for years, if not the rest of their lives....
How grandparents can leave a legacy for their grandchildren
Some people say that parents who succeed for long enough graduate to be grandparents. There is certainly a special kind of joy to be had in developing a rich bond with the next generation of one's family. Grandparents and grandchildren often have a very unique,...
3 important inclusions in your estate plan as a new parent
As a parent, you expect your children to outlive you, and you likely anticipate needing to provide for them for the rest of your life. Such as the nature of the parental relationship. Not only will you need to think about your children's needs for the rest of your...
3 benefits of legally adopting your stepchildren
Technically, your stepchildren become a part of your family the moment you marry their parent. While they may not be your biological children, you will probably still feel responsible for providing for them financially. Additionally, you will most likely provide your...
How to address your home in a Pennsylvania divorce
Maybe you just bought your house last year after a massive bidding war with other buyers, or perhaps you have spent more than a decade making mortgage payments and improvements to your family home. Regardless of when you acquired the property, the chances are good...
Will you be able to retire if your savings are in your ex’s name?
If your marriage is unhappy or unsatisfying, you may fantasize about divorcing and spending your golden years alone. For many older adults, the only thing stopping them from pursuing happiness is financial fear. They believe that divorce will leave them impoverished...
How does Pennsylvania determine the amount of child support?
If you and your spouse have children, child support is likely one of your major concerns about your upcoming divorce. If you expect to have the children more of the time than your ex, you might want to know how much child support you can expect to receive. If you have...