Month: January 2024
Divorce may come from financial differences
In many cases, divorce comes from financial issues that a couple is experiencing. For example, some studies have found that the odds of divorce go up when someone loses their job. This could be due to the fact that the couple then faces a lot more financial stress and...
Alimony and cohabitation: what you need to know
Being hit with an order to pay alimony can feel like a punch to the gut. After all, you’ve worked hard to secure your job and your income, and now it can feel like you’re being cheated out of it by a former spouse who has yet to become self-sufficient. Addressing the...
Closing your bank account during divorce
You and your ex need to separate your finances when getting a divorce. Often, it’s a good idea to close any shared bank accounts when you first start the separation. It may take you months to actually finalize your divorce, but you could start living separately much...