Washington couples may be interested in learning why some spouses are willing to get a divorce to save money. This has been referred to as a strategic divorce. More individuals in a higher tax bracket may consider this option in light of the 2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs...
Month: October 2019
There’s something you should know about Washington divorce laws
Many married couples in Washington encounter relationship problems. Some seek counseling, confide in a friend or family member or tap into other resources to help them restore happiness in their marriages. Others file for divorce. This state operates under...
Signs a couple may be headed for divorce
Washington couples who have gone through a divorce often say that it was not one major issue that drove them apart but a multitude of factors. In particular, there are a few common indicators that often show a marriage will end in divorce.Mealtimes allow couples and...
How is divorce in Washington different from other states?
Every marriage is unique. So is every divorce. Each state has its own laws and guidelines regarding all the issues that couples must resolve when they decide to end their marriage. Washington is one of only nine states that operates under community property laws,...
How to divide household items in a divorce
Despite a decline in recent years, divorce continues to be a prevalent part of society. In 2017, over 25,000 divorces took place in the state of Washington compared to roughly 46,000 marriages. These divorces range from relatively simple to complex....
When one spouse keeps the home in a divorce
Many divorcing couples in Washington have to decide what they will do with their homes along with the rest of their property. If one person wants to keep the home, several steps must be taken for one spouse to purchase out the other.The couple must determine how much...
Military couples face higher rates of divorce
The general figure that gets tossed around in Washington is that about half of all marriages in America fail. All marriages have their share of ups and downs, but it appears that people from some professions have higher divorce rates than others.MarketWatch estimates...
Can you prevent relocation from hurting your relationships?
When you decide to get divorced from your spouse in Washington, that decision often results in a lot of serious thought about how to continue with your life. You may be faced with choices regarding how to raise your children, where to live and whether or not you...
Sharing custody successfully is possible
Washington residents who are co-parenting might worry about the way the parents' relationship can affect the children, particularly if the split between the parents was not amicable. However, parents can co-parent their children in a positive environment even when...
How do divorcing couples divide valuable artwork?
Divorce is a stressful time for all Washington residents, whether you are barely scraping by or whether you are in a financially comfortable position. However, when you are a high-asset couple, you may have certain considerations that do not apply to all couples going...