Some assets are intended to remain separate, even with married couples. In a divorce, this means that only one person has a claim to that asset and they do not have to split it with the other while dividing up what they own. Perhaps the most common example is an...
You’re headed for divorce, and you and your spouse cannot agree on a custody solution for your children. This means that you can’t use mediation, so you’re going to have to go to court and let the judge decide. Since your children are the most important part of the...
For many people who have experienced a protracted divorce, finally being done with court proceedings is often a relief. Once you have finished court proceedings and paid off your legal bills, you may have the desire to avoid family court for the rest of your life, if...
As you move through the divorce process, you’ll pay close attention to the way things unfold with respect to child custody. While you may not get exactly what you want, that shouldn’t stop you from maintaining a good relationship with your children in the future....
Owning and running your own business, whether you operate a local retail store or have a private practice, like a medical office, likely takes up a lot of your time. Building a business also requires substantial investments. From equipment and merchandise to a space...
Divorce can be the best decision for couples to move forward in their lives. While it gives families the chance to start a new life, it can also pose a severe threat to the development of your children. How you choose to behave in your divorce around your children...
The longer your marriage has lasted, the more financially dependent you may be on your spouse. Couples typically commingle all of their assets and income. In many families, one spouse may put more of a focus on the family than on their career by staying home or only...
Farmers feed America and contribute quite a bit to the Pennsylvania economy. Some people wind up in agriculture because it is their family industry. Their parents, grandparents and even siblings may also play a role on the farm. Other times, people choose farming as a...
When you split your assets during a divorce, some may have a simple value you can divide. But with accounts that could grow, you may worry how a split affects your future wealth. Giving up a share of investment or retirement accounts now would mean you miss out on...
Divorced Pennsylvania parents who are raising teenagers might find themselves struggling after the end of the marriage. However, it is possible to successfully raise and support teens even when co-parenting with an ex-spouse. While it might feel like the process of...
