Many people who want to get a divorce become concerned about the potential cost of it. There are factors that influence how much your divorce will cost that range from spousal support fees to the cost of filing paperwork at the courthouse. The cost to file for divorce...
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3 common methods of business valuation
It is not uncommon for a couple to spend years growing financial assets and future stability. When divorce becomes a reality, however, these assets must be carefully examined and divided into an equitable split. Some assets require a complex process called “valuation”...
Can you request a child support modification?
Over time, your financial situation is going to change. You might have agreed to a child support payment five years ago as part of your Indiana divorce decree, but that doesn't mean that the payment is relevant now. You might need to decrease the amount or even...
How does spousal support work in Indiana?
Although couples may divorce, there might not be a complete dissolution of financial arrangements. In Indiana, the courts may award spousal support, another name for alimony. Through alimony payments, one spouse may be able to cover several expenses that might be...
Alternatives to a prenuptial agreement
When Indiana residents are setting up their wedding plans, some couples are thinking of ways to protect their assets in case their marriages end up in divorce. A prenuptial agreement is a contract signed by a couple before they get married that lays out the plan for...
How is a postnuptial agreement different from a prenuptial?
Unfortunately, not every marriage in Indiana is successful. For this reason, many individuals decide to file a prenup or postnup to protect themselves against future risks if divorce becomes unavoidable. If you're confused about prenuptial or postnuptial agreements,...
How to prepare for a child support hearing
Preparing for your child support hearing in Indiana can be a nerve-wracking experience. The judge's decision could have a major impact on your expenses and finances for the next several years. For this reason, it's important to come prepared so you'll know what to...
Handling a private business owned with your spouse during divorce
Divorce in Indiana is a messy situation for the involved parties. Thus, having a family-owned business in the mix makes the process even more excruciating. Together with your spouse, you need to figure out how to make things easier while dividing your assets. While...
What to know about spousal support and taxes
Spousal maintenance is the name given to the payments one spouse may need to pay to the other as part of a divorce settlement in Indiana. The court will order these payments when necessary to help a divorcee with financial hardship resulting from the end of a marital...
Should you wait to divorce until January?
Going through a divorce in Indiana during the holidays can be emotionally taxing. That's why so many couples decide to put off a separation or divorce until the beginning of the year. However, waiting for the merriest time of the year to pass won't necessarily equate...
