If you stayed home with your children or were at home taking care of the household while your spouse worked, you may have become fully reliant on their income and support. That is normal for many people in relationships, and it’s something that can become a talking...
Divorce
What is “grey divorce” and why is it on the increase?
When you think of people in North Carolina who are ending their marriages, maybe you tend to think of younger individuals. Perhaps they are going their separate ways because they simply grew apart over time, don’t share the same basic values, disagree about child...
How can you help your children understand your divorce?
When considering a divorce, you will have a lot of questions. If you are a parent, you will not be the only one with questions that need answers. Asking questions is how children make sense of things, and your divorce will be no exception. As parents, you need to...
Uneasy about your divorce? You could wind up better off
It is understandable if you are reluctant to get divorced -- even if you are stuck in an unhappy marriage. You might want to stay together for the kids or out of fear of winding up alone. But for every negative that comes with divorce, there is also a positive. So,...
Why you’ll need an appraisal in a divorce after a long marriage
There are so many complications involved in a high-asset divorce that many people overlook some of the most important steps. Making sure that you get a fair outcome requires that you understand your household's financial circumstances and the value of your assets....
The one situation where divorce is almost always the right answer
To divorce or not to divorce. That is the question. If considering ending your marriage, like Shakespeare’s character Hamlet, you may be wondering whether it is nobler to suffer or to file and put an end to your troubles. Many people hang on in a marriage for their...
How to avoid contentious communication during your divorce
There may have been a lot of contentious communication leading up to your divorce -- but once the divorce process starts, it's often better for everyone if the yelling stops and both parties try to learn to convey information back-and-forth in a civil fashion....
Facing a divorce while pregnant
Pregnancy can be a wonderful time or an extremely stressful time, depending on the circumstances. If you are enjoying good health, financial stability and a loving relationship while pregnant, this period could be one of the happiest of your life. However, if you have...
Vacation plans can bring child custody challenges
Family vacations are incredibly important. They may be one of the few occasions where you as a parent can give your child your full and undivided attention. They can be a chance to forget the responsibilities and routines of work and everyday life and have fun and new...
Is there an easy way to divide stocks in divorce?
If you have stocks, then one thing you may find is that you have to divide their value during your divorce. Unfortunately, this isn’t a straightforward process, and there are requirements that have to be met. There are costs and taxes that may be associated with...