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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....
Domestic violence can have a big impact on your divorce and the decisions the court makes in finalizing your decree. When it comes to child custody, it can have a huge effect on the court’s decisions. FindLaw explains you should file for a protection order as soon as...
If you are in the middle of a divorce, now is one of the most important times for you to protect your finances. Spousal support can become burdensome for the person who has to pay, so your wallet may be more vulnerable than ever before. Matters become more complicated...
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...
When a marriage falls apart, it is rarely ever just one thing that causes this to happen. It is often a culmination of actions, arguments, words, behaviors and more. However, sometimes these different factors can tie back to a few common origin points, such as...
If you inherited property from a loved one, you might worry about losing it if you divorce. According to the Tennessee Board of Law Examiners, Tennessee is an equitable distribution state. As a result, the court divides marital property equitably but not necessarily...
When going through a divorce, a lot of components of your life have to change. If your duties within the marriage were to stay home with the children, you may feel overwhelmed at the prospect of returning to work. How can you return to work after being a stay-at-home...
If you are ready to end your marriage, you may be looking forward to a speedy and low-stress divorce. Your spouse, unfortunately, may have different ideas. That is, if your husband or wife wants to remain in the marriage, he or she may be looking for ways to drag out...
When divorcing in Tennessee, the court generally requires a list of how you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse plan to divide your assets. As described by Tennessee Code Title 36, you must show all your marital property splitting fairly. As noted by Kiplinger's Personal...