People are often very opinionated about what they do with their money. To some, the goal is to save as much as possible and create some level of financial stability and success. For others, the goal is to have experiences or to buy desired items, and they’re much more...
Year: 2022
Dealing with your co-parent’s new partner
The first serious relationship a parent gets into following divorce can be a challenge for the whole family. Maybe your ex is the first one to find love again and introduce a new person into your child’s life. You’re understandably feeling a mix of emotions – some of...
Bird-nesting: The custody solution you’ve been wanting
You and your spouse are going through a relatively amicable divorce. You’re still on good terms and you just want to focus on being good co-parents, even though you both agree that the marriage is over. Unfortunately, sharing custody can be stressful for the children....
How do people hide assets before divorce?
No one is allowed to hide assets before divorce because the court asks for a full disclosure of any marital property. It’s fraud not to tell the court what you own, intentionally, to keep your spouse from getting some. But even if you understand this, it doesn’t mean...
Visitation tips for summer break
The summer break is a time for families to come together and enjoy some quality time. If you are divorced, conservatorship and visitation can be especially challenging during this time. However, by following these tips, you can make the summer break easier for...
Handling Father’s Day if you were neglected on Mother’s Day
Nearly all holidays are somewhat complicated by divorce. However, the ones that are meant to celebrate parents can become the most awkward – particularly when co-parents have a strained relationship. When you were working out your custody agreement, you may have had...
Handling the family home in your Texas divorce
When you marry someone, you are joining your lives. This means you will jointly own multiple assets, including vehicles and property. For some couples, what to do with the family home is a huge source of conflict during a divorce. A decision must be made about what...
Children of divorce may be more likely to split up
If your parents got a divorce when you were a child, you might think of it at times during your own marriage. You may wonder if there will eventually be a point where you will also get divorced, whether or not you have children of your own. If you have considered...
2 tips to help you co-parent effectively
When you're divorced, things can get tricky when it comes to parenting. There are a lot of new territories to navigate, and one of the biggest challenges is learning how to co-parent effectively. There is no handbook for co-parenting, but there are some tips that can...
What happens to our credit card debit when we divorce?
When making the tough decision to file for divorce, you might start to wonder what will happen to all of your shared belongings, including vehicles, furniture and accounts. Each state’s laws around property division generally fall into one of two categories: equitable...