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If your marriage simply is not working out, you may be itching to end it and start the next chapter of your life. According to Tennessee law, though, you must go through a 90-day waiting period before your divorce can become final. Therefore, at a minimum, you should...
Divorce can be a stressful ordeal, and most people try to avoid it altogether. Unfortunately, marriage does not always last. Research estimates that 41% of first marriages result in divorce. If you find yourself in this category, know that there are a number of...
The process of divorce itself is a difficult, time-consuming and stressful thing. If a couple decides to litigate, i.e. take their case to court, then it will only take more time and energy. Collaborative divorce is one way to cut down on stress by avoiding the court...
Divorcing parents must learn to navigate child custody schedules, and summertime brings additional considerations. If not considering family traditions and the needs of each individual, custody orders can create unnecessary challenges. Co-parents should work to form...
Divorcing from your spouse also means splitting time with your children. While you may have an idea of what you want this arrangement to look like, your spouse may disagree. If, according to the American Bar Association, you and your spouse cannot agree on a child...
A divorce could bring about a significant change to your budget when you leave behind a two-earner income and become a single-income household. To begin separating your finances from your soon-to-be ex-spouse, GOBankingRates recommends establishing new single-owner...
When you split from your spouse in Tennessee, you may have concerns about supporting yourself without your partner. You may feel especially worried about this if you are divorcing later in life and are unlikely to return to the workplace. However, if you do not have...
A divorce will alter the way your finances look and will probably require a complete overhaul of your budget. Anticipating these changes can help you take proactive steps to rebuild your wealth. One option you may have considered is to set aside or conceal assets....
Tennessee's divorce laws divide marital assets through an equitable distribution method based on fairness. If you started or acquired a business during your marriage, your soon-to-be ex-spouse has a right to receive his or her fair share of it. Business ownership...
Relocations are often necessary and a variety of factors can contribute. A new job, proximity to aging family members, cost of living and school districts are just some of the many considerations for making a long-distance move. For custodial parents with minor...