One of the things people facing divorce fear the most is the financial impact on their lives. You are losing the support of your spouse and half of your marital assets. However, divorce also comes with a few financial benefits. Avoid the negatives. Take advantage of...
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What happens to credit card debt in a divorce?
The asset division portion of a divorce often takes some time, especially if the couple has many assets. The process can also experience some slowdown if there is a lot of debt. Credit card debt, specifically, is challenging because of its unsecured status. U.S. News...
What happens to the dog in an Arizona divorce?
Like many Arizonans, you share your life with a furry friend or two. This makes sense, as there are many benefits to owning a dog. If you and your spouse are heading for divorce, you may not mind giving up the car, furniture or artwork. You may not even object to...
Divorce and your credit score
Divorce hits you from every direction. It is an emotional roller coaster for you and your family. It also can have an impact on your credit score. Your marital status is not part of your credit report. However, unless you are careful, a divorce can damage your credit...
2 things that may signal a high-conflict divorce
Separation is a path you never thought you and our spouse would take, yet you find yourself living alone. Not too much time will pass before you will need to take the next step to end your marriage legally. Even though the two of you believe divorce is the most...
What will happen to your shared property during divorce?
As you embark on the path to divorce, you may understandably feel lost and fearful of what is to come. This is especially the case if you and your spouse have amassed a substantial amount of assets or high-value assets over the course of marriage. However, the more...
What to think about when considering divorce
Divorce is something that happens to many marriages, no matter where you live, how much money you make or how old you are. Sometimes, even when both spouses make the effort to work out issues, the best thing is for them to go their separate ways. It is often not an...
Worried about the holidays because of your recent divorce?
In Arizona and throughout the country, people are gearing up for the 2019 holiday season. Perhaps, your plan of events will begin with a Thanksgiving celebration surrounded by family and friends. Then again, maybe you are opting for a quiet, simple holiday this year....
Are you an Arizona parent preparing for divorce? Read this
The day you made the final decision to file for divorce in an Arizona court, you might have had mixed feelings. Especially if you've been married for 10 years or more, you might have felt a sense of mourning or sorrow for the relationship you were now choosing to...
Divorce is more than just a legal matter
Getting a divorce may seem like a fairly straightforward process. In some regards, that is true. Divorce means two people dividing shared assets and property, and sometimes determining child custody arrangements. Those might be questions with very clear answers. The...