Marital infidelity has existed for essentially as long as monogamous marriage has. Not everyone who promises to remain sexually and romantically faithful is capable of doing so, and many others simply stop trying to remain faithful. Every year, thousands of marriages...
Filing for divorce is a big decision. Most couples think about it long and hard before making a move. If you are ready to file for divorce, you probably did not make this decision lightly. If your spouse is against the divorce, however, you may be worried they will...
Divorce is never easy, but it can be even more complicated when both parties are over 50. This type of divorce, referred to as "gray divorce," has become increasingly common in recent years, as more and more couples reach retirement age and decide they are no longer...
If you file for a divorce and it’s a contested divorce, it may sound like your spouse is contesting the very idea of getting divorced. As if you are petitioning the court for a divorce, your spouse is asking the court not to grant that divorce, and you have to hope...
It's often said that financial issues are one of the main reasons for divorce in the United States. Couples who experience a lot of financial stress are more likely to break up. This can take a lot of forms, such as a couple simply not earning enough money to pay the...
If you find yourself thinking about divorce but truly wish to preserve your marriage, there may still be hope. The willingness of a couple to work on the relationship and the nature of the strain on their bond determine whether there could be a solution. However,...
If you are contemplating divorce and have already informed your spouse, does it matter who first files for divorce? It is a question many splitting couples have when it’s time to end this chapter of their lives. No, it does not really make any difference who is the...
When it comes to divorce, there are a lot of common mistakes that can lead to big problems. Thankfully these mistakes generally fall into one of two categories. Once you know about these categories, you can take steps to avoid falling into the same traps. So, let’s...
Ending a marriage, no matter if it has been six months, six years, or 60 years, carries with it hurt feelings, big emotions, and the potential for conflict. Even if a couple agrees to be amicable during the proceedings, this doesn’t always happen. Not only does...
Debt is a common issue in modern married life. Many couples have to put at least some of their expenses on credit. Sharing financial accounts is common practice for married couples, which means you share debt as well as personal property. Both spouses may have their...
