Spouses rarely reach the decision to divorce or even to separate at the same time. Often, one spouse believes their problems can be solved with more time and work, while the other feels there’s nothing more to do but move on. Sometimes, neither spouse is completely...
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5 financial difficulties that increase the chances of divorce
Divorce often happens because of cheating, communication difficulties and parenting differences. One issue that many people do not realize can cause divorce is financial difficulties. There are many ways that money might lead to a divorce. Let’s look at some of them...
3 tips to help you if you’re divorcing a narcissist
Going through a divorce isn’t a quick or easy process for most people. The situation can become even more complex if the person you’re divorcing is a narcissist. A narcissist’s nature, which is incredibly self-absorbed and control-seeking, can make the divorce even...
What should you know about prenuptial agreements?
Prenuptial agreements are a way that you and your future spouse can ensure you’re on the same page with finances. It’s also an opportunity for each person to protect the assets they had coming into the marriage. There are several things that you should think about if...
How to tell your friends you are getting a divorce
After you, your spouse and your kids, if you have any, have wrapped your head around divorce, it may be time to tell your family members and then your friends. Informing your friends about your divorce may be as challenging as talking to your parents and siblings,...
Answers to common questions about legal separation and divorce
Considering the path forward in your marriage? In Indiana, both legal separation and divorce are options, and understanding their differences can help you to make informed decisions. Is legal separation the same as divorce? No, a divorce dissolves a marriage entirely,...
How to afford your kids’ school post-divorce
Divorce can inspire a whirlwind of emotions, and amidst the upheaval, financial concerns often take center stage. This is often especially true for stay-at-home parents who need to provide for children as they move forward. But here’s the good news: there are steps...
Are you staying in a bad marriage due to a sunk cost fallacy?
How do you know when it’s time to call it quits on your marriage? It’s not easy – and a lot of people continue to stay in toxic relationships because of something called a sunk cost fallacy. A sunk cost fallacy is a cognitive bias that occurs when someone continues...
Why co-parents need to take care on social media
Social media platforms now serve as a primary means of communication, expression and information sharing. Yet, while these platforms offer numerous benefits, they also pose specific challenges for co-parents who are navigating the complexities of raising children...
Budget considerations during and after divorce
Divorce necessitates a significant reassessment of one's budget, involving a shift from shared to individual financial management. This transition can be challenging because it requires a detailed understanding of one’s new budgetary constraints and needs. Creating a...
