Divorcing is a complicated and stressful process, but preparation can help reduce the strain. Divorce involves the division of marital property between you and your spouse. The more information you gather ahead of time, the better prepared you will be. The following...
3 tips for social media use during divorce
Like many other people, you probably use social media to connect with friends and family members and stay up to date about world events. According to the Pew Research Center, approximately 7 out of 10 Americans use social media to stay in touch with others, research...
Financial planning for divorce saves time, money and stress
Since the state of Texas does not recognize legal separation, putting your financial information in order prior to filing for divorce is essential. Gathering documents takes time, so begin early. Here are five tips to help you save time, money and stress in preparing...
Joint debt during and after your divorce
Divorcing couples must not only disentangle their combined assets when they end their relationship, but also their shared debts. The process of negotiating who should repay which debt and outlining that in a divorce decree may be important, but so too is how those...
Will I have to pay my spouse’s student loans?
If your husband or wife still owes money to student loans when you file for divorce, you may assume that you will be free of any responsibility for that debt going forward. While student loans represent a form of debt taken out in one person's name only, some unique...
Why are grey divorce rates on the rise?
As an older couple in Texas considering divorce, you are not alone. In fact, grey divorce rates have skyrocketed in recent years. But what exactly is this and why is the phenomenon on the rise? Grey divorce involves anyone over 50 years of age. As for why it is...
Why is grey divorce more common today?
Texas couples like you may be older than some, but this does not trap you in your marriage. In fact, as an older couple considering divorce, you are among a growing movement of grey divorcees. Grey divorce occurs between couples over 50 years of age. But why is this...
How is my divorce affected if I think my spouse is hiding assets?
Texas law provides you with a legal right to ownership of half of the property and assets acquired during your marriage. If you suspect your soon-to-be ex-spouse has hidden assets, the discovery process during a divorce may uncover them. Some clues may alert you to...
Your child wants to live with the other parent. Now what?
You have a viable child custody arrangement with your ex that works well for everyone. Recently, your son revealed that he wants to live with the other parent. How should you proceed? Our Family Wizard offer tips for handling this revelation. Learn how to help...
Study: Most married people hide assets
It is illegal for your spouse to hide assets from you during a divorce. When the court asks what assets you own, they expect full disclosure. This is the only way they can fairly decide how to split those assets. You may assume that your spouse would never break the...
