You may have married with expectations of a better life only to find it wasn’t all that people make it up to be. You and your spouse may constantly argue, never agree on anything or simply fell out of love. You may consider divorce as your next best option to...
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What happens to the family dog when you divorce in Florida?
Divorce affects every member of a family. Divorcing spouses often experience intense emotional responses and stress levels, while children may struggle with the changes to their family dynamic. Everyone has to get used to new living arrangements, budgets and...
If your spouse asks for a divorce, should you drain the account?
Ever since you and your spouse got married, you've used a joint bank account. You both deposit all of your earnings into that account, and you pay things like your mortgage or the credit card bills out of that account. Recently, your spouse came to you and said that...
Supporting your children through divorce
Going through a divorce can be difficult for you and your children. Although divorce may be the best solution for you and your ex, it can take a long time for your children to accept and understand their new normal. Giving your children the support they need can seem...
Why might sharing custody work out better than you think?
Maybe you set your heart on getting sole custody of your children when you divorce. You would not be the first or the last parent to want that. Yet, if you investigate further, you may discover it is not the ideal scenario you think. First, it is not good for your...
Whom should you tell you are divorcing?
While divorce is a private matter, keeping it a secret might not only be impossible, but it also might not be a good idea. Here is why. Divorce is about two people, but it will affect others. Letting them know helps them to help you. Here are some people to consider...
What happens to property when divorcing in Florida?
You undoubtedly know that you will need to divide your property in a Florida divorce. But do you understand what property you must split and how you must do it? If you wanted to leave everything to your spouse, or they wanted to leave you with everything, no one will...
Do you need to agree on rules for the kids after divorce?
“It’s so unfair. Mom lets me do it when I’m at her house.” This is something many divorced parents hear from their kids. Whether it is true or not is a different matter. Playing your parents off against each other is a valid tactic to get what you want when you are a...
How can you make moving house easier for kids after a divorce?
When you divorce, you often need to move house. If you have kids, they might need to move house twice. Once to your new place, once to your co-parent’s new place. However much your children liked or hated their old house, they may well miss it when you divorce. It was...
Are you sure your spouse is honest about assets in a divorce?
Married couples often keep secrets from each other. Sometimes, when those secrets get out, they lead to divorce. Other times, one partner clings to their secrets through the divorce or creates new ones hoping they will enhance the share of the assets they leave the...