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Divorce can be a difficult financial time for many people in Texas. In fact, many people stay in unhappy marriages for years because of their fears about the fiscal effects of a divorce. In some cases, the emotional and practical aspects of a divorce have long since...
Many Texans believe that if a couple lives together before marriage, they will be less likely to divorce. However, new research indicates that cohabitation may actually decrease the likelihood of long-term matrimony. The study is based on data gleaned from surveys...
Texas couples often have misconceptions about prenuptial agreements. This has led many soon-to-be spouses to dismiss the usefulness of a prenup. For example, some people think a prenup increases the possibility of divorce. However, statistics do not back up this...
Couples saying "I do" in Texas sometimes overlook minor personality flaws or choose to focus more on a significant other's positive attributes. Little differences may become major annoyances. There is no way to guarantee any marriage will last forever. However, it may...
Many people think joint custody is the best possible option for a child custody arrangement. It gives both parents a chance to spend equal time with their kids so they can continue to develop their bond and relationship. People think equal time with both parents is...
Tax changes made by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which passed in 2017, could mean less money for Texas couples who are getting a divorce. There are different rules for alimony and for claiming children on their tax returns.Alimony has traditionally been tax-deductible...
On the Holmes-Rahe Stress Inventory, which ranks certain life events by the amount of stress they cause, divorce is number two, behind only the death of a spouse. For Texas couples whose marriages are coming to an end, the emotional, financial and mental strain can...
If you and your spouse decide to end the marriage, many important factors come to the forefront for resolution. Some important topics will take priority later in the divorce process such as dividing assets and resolving financial obligations, but there are other...
Child custody battles can be stressful and may be one of the hardest things you will ever have to go through. When it comes to child custody, there can be many factors that come into play when determining how the details will be figured out. However, there are certain...
The laws of most states are designed with the assumption in mind that a baby's parents are legally married. This can raise questions in some cases where the father's name is not on the baby's birth certificate. For mothers in Texas, they may think they have to file...
