Same-sex couples now have the legal right to marry nationwide, including in the state of Michigan. While this Supreme Court ruling comes with caveats depending on where a couple attempts to marry or who they wish to marry them, one fact remains: Just because same-sex couples can now legally marry, that doesn’t mean they’re going … What the Legalization of Gay Marriage Means for Michigan Divorces
You may consider your pet part of the family but, when it comes to divorce, pets are typically considered personal property and dealt with as such. It can be upsetting to think of your beloved animal being demoted to such a place, but in many courts’ eyes, creating a custody plan for a pet would … 5 Ways to Help Your Pet Survive Your Divorce
You’re divorced or preparing to divorce. Your child is preparing to go college. Money is inevitably on your mind. Your divorce will affect your child’s chances of receiving college financial aid, but whether your split works in your favor depends on many factors, including the school your child chooses, the type of financial aid forms … How Your Michigan Divorce Affects Your Child’s College Financial Aid
We know about the “dating” sites for those who are seeking to have an affair. And we know that sexting, hookup apps, and social media platforms have made it easy for people to connect with others in relatively quiet ways, even if they’re married to someone else. Technology has made it far easier for infidelity … Technology Makes Infidelity Easier, but People Still Aren’t OK with Cheating
Good riddance, some might say after their divorce. That’s the end of that. Not necessarily. Your former marriage can actually impact your retirement benefits, and not always in a good way.
Divorce affects people emotionally, mentally, and financially. And all of these side effects can impact your professional life. They might even, in the worst cases, cost you your job. No one wants to allow their personal life to seep into their job responsibilities, but a divorce can be all-encompassing and compartmentalizing what you’re dealing with … When Your Divorce Affects Your Professional Life
Prenuptial agreements are not only in place to safeguard a person’s assets in a relationship. Our technology-driven world is increasingly connected by social media, and establishing boundaries about your spouse’s behavior on a social sharing site could be the difference between a marriage that succeeds and a marriage that ends. But we’re talking about divorce … Do You Need a Social Media Prenup?
What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger? Turns out, what doesn’t kill you could ultimately end your marriage, at least if you’re a woman. A new study from Iowa State University reports that marriages are more likely to end in divorce when wives get sick. Perhaps “in sickness and in health” is a tougher vow … When the Wife Gets Sick, Is Divorce Inevitable?
Divorce is a completely overwhelming state of being. You’re in danger of making emotionally fueled decisions rather than logic-based ones, especially when it comes to finances. The money aspect of divorce can make you want to crawl under a rock and stay there until it’s all over and you’re free. But that’s no way to … The Tax Implications of Your Michigan Divorce
Some people might say, if you want the truth about what marriage is really like, ask someone who’s divorced. Clearly, this sort of informal poll might provide you with more negatives than positives, but there are actually plenty of the latter that occur after divorce – and enlightenment is one of the biggest plusses. Here … Divorce Lessons: 4 Revelations About Life After Divorce
You could try to ignore the first Valentine’s Day after your divorce. You could throw an “I Hate Valentine’s Day” party. Or you could approach it in a healthy way. Here are some options for surviving February 14, no matter where you are on the recovery spectrum from your recent split.
If you spent a bundle on your Michigan wedding, it turns out that you have a greater chance of divorcing. And, statistics say, the more pricey the rock, the more divorce is likely too. A study released by Emory University found that couples who spend over $20,000 on their wedding are 3.5 times more likely … Why Bridal Industry Hype Can Ruin Your Michigan Marriage