Pennsylvania couples likely enter into marriage full of optimism and hope, but unfortunately, many marriages just don't work out. Prenuptial agreements are a great way to protect most assets, especially for people who have already been married once before. However,...
Will you get the family home in the divorce?
Seeking a divorce comes with a lot of uncertainty. You don’t know how your divorce will impact your finances and which assets you’ll keep and which assets your spouse will claim. You may wonder about how you and your spouse will handle your largest asset: your home....
Divorce for older adults
Compared with earlier generations, there has been a significant rise in the number of people who are getting divorced in their 50s, 60s and beyond. Several different factors have contributed to this trend. Changed expectations One reason is that baby boomers have...
Should you get a divorce?
The decision to divorce is a difficult one. People in Pennsylvania should take a number of things into account to ensure that they are making the right decision. Dealing with emotions Some people might be struggling with still having feelings for their spouse. This...
4 tips for coping with divorce
Ending a marriage can be a terribly emotional experience. While the thought of divorcing your spouse might be liberating, it does not guarantee that the process will be easy or that you won’t have bad days. Divorce is challenging and can bring about heightened...
Why you shouldn’t try to hide assets during a divorce
When a couple decides to conclude their marriage, that decision usually comes with a lot of conflict and heartache. Often, the most contentious part of the divorce process is the division of marital assets. Understandably, you may be reluctant to part with your...
Everything you post could be used against you in a court of law
In the current digital age, many people keep in touch with loved ones, near and far, on social media. While posting can help keep friends and family informed about your life, not all circumstances are appropriate for online display. For example, it may be best to...
What you need to know before a divorce case starts
Most people put a lot of thought into the idea of a divorce before they actually move forward with filing the legal case. After all, a divorce is the end of a marriage that has, in many cases, lasted for years or even decades. It is understandably an emotional time,...
It’s important to update finances and beneficiaries after divorce
Divorce is said to be one of the most traumatic events in a person’s life. After going through this traumatic event, along with the many life changes you will have, you should review any financial documents that may need to be updated. Estate plan changes While you...
What you should know if you’re getting divorced in 2020
Thanks to the 2017 changes to the tax code, divorce agreements signed after December 31, 2018 have been and will be significantly affected, particularly when it comes to alimony. Under the new laws, alimony payments are no longer taxable income for the receiver, and...
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