Alimony, sometimes called spousal support, can be important after a divorce. Regular financial support makes it possible for dependent spouses to establish their own households or prepare to re-enter the workforce. People expecting to receive alimony often need to...
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Year: 2026
5 facts to know when fighting for custody during divorce
Divorce can be one of the most emotionally challenging experiences a parent faces. When custody is involved, the pressure increases because every decision affects a child's future and sense of security. Understanding how custody decisions are evaluated helps reduce...
3 tips for talking to children about an upcoming divorce
The way that you tell children about an upcoming divorce can really impact how they feel about the situation and how they respond to it. It is important to carefully consider exactly how and when you have this conversation. Fortunately, there are some proactive steps...
What it means to have a contested divorce
A contested divorce sometimes has to go through litigation. Some couples do try mediation or alternative divorce resolution tactics, but it may be necessary for the couple to go before a judge, and then the judge will issue a divorce ruling. Some people make the...
Job loss can increase the chances of divorce
Divorce can happen for a wide variety of reasons. Many of them are financial. Young couples often have a higher divorce rate in part because they can face financial stress, for example. Some couples get divorced because they have different views about how they should...

