Marriage requires work, patience, growth and compromise. Although you did not enter your nuptials planning on future marital problems and separating from your spouse, the reality remains that many marriages end in divorce. Noticing subtle signs of a failing...
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Can I get spousal support if I am in a common law marriage?
The breakup of any relationship can be painful and often traumatic. If you lived together and acted like a married couple, you may wonder if you qualify for spousal support. According to the United States Census Bureau, 33% of adults have never married. If you have...
What is the role of a mediator?
Going through a divorce is difficult for all parties involved. For some couples, though, it is a little less difficult because there is a lack of animosity that makes working together possible. However, even in amicable divorces, it is still important to have the...
Can you collect Social Security using an ex-spouse’s work record?
When you retire, your ability to collect Social Security retirement benefits using your own earnings record depends on how much time you spent working in a position covered by Social Security. If you are currently working your way through a Texas divorce, you may...
3 guidelines for social media during your divorce
If you are like most people, you use social media on a daily basis. You likely use these sites to connect with others, stay in touch with family update yourself on current events and more. According to the Pew Research Center, approximately 72% of the population in...
Does birdnesting really work?
As you probably know, children of divorce can face a variety of psychological and emotional challenges. According to Psychology Today, many of these challenges come from a lack of stability, as kids routinely have to shuffle between two separate households. This does...
How can you prepare your toddler for your divorce?
Divorce has an impact on all children, regardless of their age. However, you may not know how to approach the topic when you have toddlers. According to Healthline, toddlers are still learning how they fit into the world. How you prepare them for your divorce may make...
Can I get a protective order if we have children together?
Divorce is tough in and of itself. When it involves children, it becomes even more so. However, if your divorce is the result of or triggers domestic violence, sexual assault or some other equally offensive action by the other party and against you or a child, you...
2 factors to consider if you are divorcing a military person
Depending on your situation, a divorce can be a complex and sometimes unpredictable legal proceeding. This can especially be the case if you are a civilian divorcing a military service member. Here are two factors to consider as you navigate your divorce proceedings....
What does “community property” mean?
Texas is one of nine community property states in the nation. What this means for you is that if you live and marry within its boundaries, the courts may automatically consider your assets as shared with your spouse. According to Rocket Mortgage, community property...
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