Throughout a marriage in Pennsylvania, couples build a shared life together. They may purchase homes and other property, they have bank and retirement accounts, they may have children together, they also pay their bills together, go on trips, as well as do daily tasks...
Can a stay-at-home parent get social security after divorce?
A divorce can be difficult under any circumstances, but perhaps even more so when you’ve been a stay-at-home parent who is now nearing retirement age. You’ll likely have questions about common divorce issues such as property division and spousal support, but what...
How to look at debt during the divorce process
During the course of divorce, a lot of the focus is on property division and child custody. These are certainly important matters, but there’s a lot more to consider in marriage dissolution than who will get what property and who will obtain physical custody of the...
Why is retirement a big issue for grey divorcees?
Grey divorcees often face unique challenges during and after their divorces compared to younger couples. A large majority of this occurs because of the different stages in life you and other divorcees are at. In particular, you will likely face more issues with...
The benefits of parallel parenting
Divorce is difficult for multiple reasons, and often conflict with your ex-spouse is chief among them. It becomes even more complex when you are going through a highly contentious divorce and there are children involved. It is very likely that you will be in a joint...
Does divorce affect children’s future relationships?
There are many studies about how divorce impacts children, and there are just as many competing theories about its effects. One study says that divorce may have a negative impact on a child’s ability to form attachments for the rest of his or her life. According to...
3 financial steps to take before your divorce
Getting a divorce can change your life in many ways. For example, you may experience financial changes that alter your lifestyle following your divorce. Divorce is a common experience and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in the U.S. in...
Divorce, depression and severe weight loss
The impact of divorce varies from one person to the next and if you recently brought your marriage to an end or are currently preparing for divorce, it is crucial to understand the hurdles that could lie ahead and prepare yourself. Aside from legal preparation and...
In divorce proceedings, alimony is not a guarantee
In most divorces, one of the most significant struggles couples face is separating their finances. For many separating couples, the practice of sharing their funds with one another has become such an expected part of everyday life that the thought of losing a portion...
Co-parents can improve organization with the use of apps
Raising your children involves some days that are harder than others. Sure, your co-parent helps you provide no lapse in caring for your children — even with all of life’s curveballs. But what happens if your ex-spouse also has communication habits that can make...
