Divorce

If you’re using a joint bank account with your spouse and one of you decides to ask for a divorce, you probably want to close that account. Some of this is just a logistical operation. You may be using that account to pay the mortgage or get your direct deposits from...

Getting married can be a bit more complex than some people realize. It’s not just a religious ceremony. You have to get the proper paperwork, sign it and put it on file. Some people will also legally change their name and take other steps of this nature. Additionally,...

Many people share their daily lives online. Maybe you post pictures of your kids or vacation spots, or you talk to others on message boards about sports or hobbies or you like to see what your friends are up to. You may even be tempted to talk about your divorce...

You know that parents split up custody of their children when they get divorced. Many times they have shared custody, such as a situation in which the children live at one house for a week and then go live with the other parent for the next week. In some cases,...

The day you say your wedding vows, you assume the marriage will last forever. As time progresses, you may find that things are changing in a way that makes it impossible to remain married.  Understanding some of the more common reasons for divorce may help you to...

If you and your spouse are getting ready to divorce in Texas, it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to divide your assets and your debts. Texas is a community property state. This means that, with few exceptions, all property and liabilities that a couple...

It seems like there are a million things that need your attention while going through a divorce. It's an incredibly difficult period, emotionally and financially, for both parties. How you protect your possessions is a crucial factor to take into account. You need to...

When teenagers tell their parents that they want to get married, it’s very common for those parents to warn them to be careful. They may love their child’s boyfriend or girlfriend and have no problem with their relationship. But they may still be nervous about the...

Maybe you want to file for divorce as soon as possible so that you don't change your mind. Perhaps you brought the idea up to your spouse, and they agreed that it wasn't realistic to try to save your marriage anymore. You might think that you could save yourself some...

During property division in divorce proceedings, you may wonder what will happen to the family house since your name is not on the deed. However, the name on the deed is not necessarily important. What matters is whether the house is considered community or separate...