Most married couples have argued about money at some point. It is one of the leading contributing factors to divorce. Unless you are extremely lucky, you probably sacrifice a lot of time working to earn your money. So, it is understandable that money can cause...
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How to manage the school holidays after a divorce
Many adults look back on their childhood summers with fondness. If you are about to divorce, you will need to take extra measures to ensure your child will be able to do the same when they grow older. Divorcing generally means that both parents need to work (if they...
Why confiding in your spouse could cost you in a divorce
Money differences are one of the key factors that contribute to marriage breakups. Yet they are certainly not over when you decide to divorce, and it can be one of the biggest causes of conflict during the divorce process. Some spouses try to circumvent these...
How a non-disclosure agreement can benefit your business
Operating your own business can be extremely rewarding, but it is by no means an easy process. You need to keep your workforce safe and happy, and you also want to ensure you are upholding all relevant legal rules and obligations. If your company relies on the use of...
How to avoid the most common estate planning mistakes
Creating an estate plan is the smart and responsible thing to do. It ensures that your heirs and family will know what you want to happen with your assets after you pass. Your estate plan also includes things like the medical power of attorneys and more. Because of...
Buying a home with business in mind? Be cautious
If you run a small business and have thought about purchasing a home that you could run the business out of, you need to be cautious about how you proceed. Depending on the kind of business you run and the activities that go on there, you may not be able to use a...
A trust can protect your child’s inheritance after divorce
You’re able to leave a fair amount of money to your adult children. They’re mature, intelligent people, and you trust them to use it wisely. However, you’re not crazy about the idea that their spouses could have access to it. Even worse, you’re concerned that in a...
When can spousal support be reduced or terminated?
When a marriage ends in a divorce, one spouse is often ordered to pay a specified amount of money to the other in the form of spousal support. Also known as alimony, spousal support is meant to help the recipient who does not have an income to ensure that they are...
Getting your business partnership back on track
As a business grows, it becomes more difficult for one person to manage the numerous moving parts. At this point, you may opt to enlist the help of a business partner. You most likely invested a lot of time and effort into finding a suitable person, who shares the...
Separating and never married? Plan for custody now
When you’re not married and decide to separate, you need to think carefully about how you set up custody. It’s common to see unmarried couples fight over child custody, but your situation doesn’t have to be that way. While it can be hard to resolve custody concerns,...