Many people are taken by surprise when their spouse files for a divorce. Yet, those making such a big decision do not do it on the spur of the moment. They’ve usually thought about it for some time. Learning the warning signs can reduce the chance you get taken by...
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How to keep divorce easy on older teenagers
If your older teenage child has a good relationship with both of you, it is typically best to try and keep things balanced when you divorce. There is less need for strict custody regimes as your child will be taking their own decisions about how to spend their time....
Do you have to let the police inside your home?
There’s a knock at the door and you see a police car sitting in the driveway. Maybe you look through the window and see the police standing in your doorway. They knock again, announce themselves, and ask to come inside. At that moment, you have a decision to make. You...
3 places to look for hidden assets in a divorce
Not everyone wants to play fair when it’s time to divide up the assets in a divorce. If you suspect your spouse has money put away somewhere they’re not telling you about, then you may need help finding it. You can certainly start looking yourself, though, and here...
3 ways to put yourself in a good financial position in a divorce
Divorce won’t come for free, and there can be significant costs involved in setting up a new household alone. So, you need to do what you can to emerge in a healthy financial situation. Here are some tips to consider: 1. Understand what is at stake Some spouses are...
How does traveling with the kids work after a divorce
Deciding where and when to go on vacation can be challenging enough when you are married. You need to work around work schedules, school holidays, finances and personal preferences. It can get even more complex after your divorce. While you no longer need to take...
Can a child choose who to live with after a divorce?
While some divorcing couples know from the outset who their child will live with, in many cases, it is not so simple. Maybe both parents want the child to spend the most time with them. Or perhaps, the child themselves has a strong view about their future living...
The importance of self-care in a divorce
Going through a divorce is likely to be one of the worst experiences of your life, and if you are not careful, you could soon end up depleted. That’s not going to help you make all those important decisions you need to make right now. Practicing a little self-care...
Prescription medications are a common catalyst for drug charges
There are two different types of controlled substances that may lead to prosecution in Iowa. The first includes prohibited drugs that have no acknowledged medical value and are, therefore, against the law to possess or use for any purpose. These drugs include...
3 options for your home in a divorce
When you divorce, you’re probably not going to want to continue to live under the same roof as each other. So you will need to decide what happens to your house. If it’s rented, you can both just move out. If one person entered the marriage already owning the...