For many people in North Carolina, this upcoming Christmas will be the first one after divorced. It can be a difficult time emotionally, especially if the child custody schedule states the other parent gets the kids on Christmas day. The holidays should...
Year: 2018
3 holiday gifting tips for divorced parents
The holidays can be confusing and stressful during and after your divorce. If you and your ex are living in different homes and have some sort of custody or visitation arrangement, you may be wondering how you should handle the gift-giving process. Should...
Financial guidelines when going through a divorce
When North Carolina couples consider ending their unhappy marriages, they may be concerned about the financial ramifications. In fact, divorce can be quite costly, and the effects can linger long after the personal and emotional problems have been resolved. However,...
Divorce and living together before marriage
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...
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...
Health, social and economic effects of adults
People in North Carolina who are 50 and older are getting divorced at a higher rate than they did in 1990, but there could be health, social and economic complications for divorce in this age group. Divorce can lead to chronic stress and depression, and these problems...
3 mistakes to avoid when choosing a life insurance beneficiary
A life insurance policy can be tremendously helpful for whomever you designate as a beneficiary. You may already know whom you want to name – perhaps a child or your spouse. However, naming a life insurance beneficiary should not be something you do...