Are you retired or on a fixed income and suddenly facing the prospect of a divorce? Ending an unhappy marriage may be good for the soul, but it can wreak havoc on the finances of older Americans. For most older U.S. residents, a “gray divorce” (a common term for...
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What you should know about divorce and social media
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and, now, TikTok – social media is a huge part of most adults’ lives. Social media can be an effective platform for meeting new people and interacting with family and friends. However, if you are dealing with a legal matter, like...
3 things you should prepare for during divorce
Going through a divorce is a challenging time for any adult. It’s often difficult to determine exactly what you’ll need to do to make it through the process and come out ahead in the aftermath. While challenges will vary from one divorce to the next, there are a few...
How you can accidentally give up an inheritance in a divorce
In many divorce cases, an inheritance that you received from your parents is not in jeopardy. It is considered a separate asset. As such, you do not have to divide it with your spouse and you get to keep all of the money or other assets that your parents left you....
Sound financial steps to consider during your Ohio divorce
You can expect many things in your life to change during and after your divorce. You might feel lonely and sad for a while or struggle with living without another adult around. One change that some people fail to consider involves their overall financial situation....
Ways parents interfere with custody orders
In a perfect world, divorced or separated parents naturally put their child’s best interests ahead of their own and respect any custody orders laid forth by the court. Even when they are not on the best terms, they know this is the right thing to do. In reality,...
When can you alter a custody order?
When you and your ex-spouse divorced, you had to make a child custody order. With a child custody agreement in place, you and your child’s other parent would still be responsible to uphold your parental duties and obligations. There’s a lot to consider when making a...