North Carolina couples may be interested in a recent study indicating that couples who decide to cohabitate before getting married have a higher chance of getting a divorce. The study examines the premarital cohabitation effect, a topic that has been the subject of...
Month: October 2018
How parents can guide their children through divorce
Separated parents in North Carolina may be able to take steps to help their children through the process of divorce. First, parents should try as much as possible to avoid disrupting the child's routine. Even if exes do not agree on all aspects of parenting, they can...
Tips for taking that important first step to estate planning
No matter your age or your marital status, you should begin thinking about estate planning at some point in your life. Whether you work for a company, a nonprofit organization or have a business of your own, consider the benefits of preparing a will or documents such...
The link between wealth and divorce
North Carolina residents may appreciate the role money plays in a relationship. According to a SunTrust Bank survey, 35 percent of respondents said that money was the primary issues in their relationship. According to the Federal Reserve Board, a relationship was more...
Child support and buying a home
North Carolina residents who owe back child support and are looking to purchase a home may be concerned about whether their delinquent child support payments will hinder their efforts to be a homeowner. They should be aware that delinquent child support can qualify as...