What to Wear to Court for Divorce Proceedings
I remember distinctly what I wore to court a quarter of a century ago when my divorce was finalized. It was a simple black just-over-the-knee dress subtly patterned with little pink roses, flesh-colored pantyhose, and sensible black low-heeled pumps. Over the dress, I wore a smart black jacket. I’d cut my hair recently into a…
Read MoreWhat is the Average Marriage Length in the USA?
I don’t know about you, but before I got married I never thought about how long my marriage would last. I assumed it would be–––FOREVER. As a little girl, I always imagined that was just how the fairy tale was supposed to go. Let’s just say, I’m much older now and fairy tales don’t look…
Read More7 Steps to Creating Your Best Life After Divorce
To quote some homespun wisdom, every cloud has a silver lining, right? Even maybe a golden lining. And if one door closes, then you will find other doors swinging open. If you are in the divorce zone, you can make a better life for yourself following that event. You can find golden linings and doors…
Read MoreIs Alimony Taxable?
You probably would not be reading this page, if you did not find divorce confusing, and even overwhelming. There’s the emotional journey and the black-and-white legal and financial process. Divorce can be especially bewildering when you consider the financial implications, particularly when alimony comes into play. This article will define alimony and elaborate on the…
Read MoreThe Real Impact of a Sexless Marriage on Women
It’s usually at the witching hour – around 3 a.m. – when you’re lying in bed, with your partner sleeping next to you, or alone in the guest room. At this silent hour, your thoughts and feelings are exaggerated, and you probably feel like your world is collapsing. No, you’re not exaggerating. You’re just contemplating…
Read MoreHow to Plan for a Divorce
Deciding to plan for a divorce is crammed with emotions and black-and-white questions. If you find yourself in this situation, it can feel like you are alone. But you need only read this article and the hundreds of other articles on our website to know that there are a lot of us who have gone…
Read More21 Financial Steps to Empower You After Divorce
Sometimes in a marriage, the lack of clarity, the failure of any way forward, and the clash of values cause a couple to divorce. Of course, this results in one of the most stressful things that a person could go through — especially when the money is involved. However, in this moment of complete despair,…
Read MoreWhat are the Rights of the NonCustodial Parent?
Divorce is rarely easy – but going through a divorce when you are a mother makes the journey even harsher. Research tells us the top two fears for most women are how their kids will be impacted and how the finances will change. In this article, we will tackle the first concern: your children. Specifically,…
Read MoreWhat are the 5 Advantages of an Uncontested Divorce?
Divorce is already an emotional rollercoaster, and when partners cannot agree on the terms, the problems seem insurmountable. It’s so important to try to come to a middle ground where both parties are comfortable with points like shared custody, the sharing of assets, and finances. When partners agree on these important terms, they have an…
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