Your engagement and wedding rings were pretty expensive, and it seems like a shame to let them sit in a box forever. Therefore, why not sell them now that you're getting a divorce? You can probably use the cash to help fund your new home or buy something else you...
Month: April 2020
What Washington spouses can learn from MacKenzie Bezos’s divorce
Washington is one of nine states that operates under community property guidelines when it comes to divorce proceedings. This means marital assets are typically split 50/50 between spouses. Some people mistakenly believe that the more "things" they walk away with in a...
Stay connected to your kids via long-distance parenting
After the divorce, maybe you want to move away to pursue your education -- and the demands on your resources prevent you from bringing your kids along. Or, maybe your ex-spouse wants to relocate somewhere with the kids, and you don't want to deny them the obvious...
Military divorce: Child custody issues that are top priority
Many Washington households include family members who are in the military. Just as in non-military families, many of those marriages don't last. A military divorce can be stressful, particularly regarding child custody, and keeping several practical tips in mind from...
What could invalidate your prenuptial agreement?
Your dream of "happily ever after" died almost as soon as you said, "I do," to your spouse. You hung on for a while, hoping it would get better.It didn't. Now, you're just glad that you had the foresight to put a prenuptial agreement in place to protect your assets...
Do you know what commonalities many divorces share?
On your wedding day, you most likely thought your relationship with your spouse would last forever. You didn't think your life would always be perfect, though. You knew you would have disagreements but felt as though you could overcome any adversity or dispute that...
Those considering dating after divorce should read this
When a pair of Washington parents decide to move on in life without each other, it can be stressful trying to help children rebound. Divorce prompts many changes in family life although it certainly does not have to ruin it. If a parent later decides to start dating...
Is shared physical custody right for you?
One of the hardest issues divorcing couples face is how to divide up their time with their children. When approaching parenting plan decisions, it's only natural for both parents to ask for an even split of time with the kids.For the most part, today's courts are...
Should you take your divorce to trial?
The vast majority of divorces don't include much courtroom time. Spouses often find a way to negotiate a settlement that they can both accept without the intervention of a judge.What about your divorce? If the situation with your spouse has turned contentious, you may...
Divorce: Thinking ahead can help you accomplish your goals
When a Washington married couple decides their relationship is no longer sustainable, it can be emotionally upsetting for both spouses, especially if they have children. However, divorce does not have to ruin a family's life. In fact, it is often possible to part ways...