Spouses file for divorce in California for several reasons, with irreconcilable differences being a common one. Spouses may drift apart and cease to have a workable marriage. Differences in beliefs and attitudes factor into the breakup, and the two partners'...
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Financial considerations during divorce
California couples whose marriages are coming to an end will have to consider a variety of financial aspects that can affect the division of assets and their post-divorce financial life. While some aspects are obvious, like the family home and other big property,...
Should a divorced parent forgive an ex-spouse?
Even when a divorce moves through the California legal system with few difficulties, the effects on both parties' personal lives might be immense. Neither might like one another very much, as the problems that caused the divorce could linger. Ex-spouses may need to...
What happens to your retirement accounts during your divorce?
If you are contemplating ending your marriage, you may already know you must divide the marital estate. Because California follows a community property approach, you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are likely to end up with a roughly equal share of everything you own....
What is the process for changing an alimony order in California?
During a divorce, you may be ordered to pay alimony. The alimony might be decided on a variety of factors, including income level and personal finances. Since access to finances and general expenses can all change over the course of a person's life, it's natural to...
The millennial divorce rate
Millennials may be proving the notion that getting married later in life and establishing less conventional roles are among the keys to relationship success. According to the latest census, there has been an 18% reduction in divorces among millennials when compared to...
Job status may affect divorce rate
Residents of Pleasanton and nearby areas of California may want to know more about how the employment status of a person may affect divorce. Did you know that men who do not have full-time jobs are 33% more likely to divorce? According to TIME, it seems that financial...
The importance of forgiving your coparent after divorce
If you have kids together, your former spouse is more than just your ex. He or she will be your coparent until your children grow up and become independent. Although forgiveness can be a challenge after a contentious divorce, taking the high road will benefit your...
The role of a forensic accountant in divorce
When a couple divorces, both spouses must provide a full disclosure of their assets and debts. The court uses this information to make decisions on property division, spousal support and child support. If you suspect your spouse may be hiding assets, you may want to...
Divorcing your business partner? Know your options
It is fairly common for married couples to jointly own a business together. In fact, there are approximately three million such businesses throughout the United States. Unfortunately, nearly half of all first marriages, and even more second and third marriages, end in...