Divorce in Texas under any circumstance is complicated, stressful and tough. When kids are involved, there are added complexities that you must navigate carefully. Here's an overview of how to deal with divorce as parents. Filing for a divorce as a parent Filing for a...
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Common financial errors people make during a divorce
When a marriage does not work out, divorce may be the right step. It does create many complexities, with financial ones being among the most challenging. A divorce decree in Texas need not lead to financial hardships, provided the spouses take steps to address money...
Your power of negotiation in a divorce
A Texas divorce attorney is a valuable aid, but divorcing couples also typically need to negotiate and speak to one another. Though professional and insightful, a lawyer won't know your spouse as intimately as you do. In a divorce, it helps to make a direct effort to...
Why cheating typically means the end of a marriage
Although cheating on a spouse doesn't have to signal the end of a marriage, it isn't uncommon for infidelity to be the reason why a relationship comes to an end. It's important to note that Texas is a community property state, which means that marital assets are...
Dealing with a small business in a divorce
One common property division issue in a Texas divorce is how to accurately value a business that is family owned and operated. Primary owners are typically the divorcing couple, even though this is not always the case, and arriving at an fair valuation amount can be a...
Executive compensation and divorce
When high-net-worth people in Texas divorce, there can be unique complications. Many of these are related to dividing the assets and debts the couple shared. For example, executives don't earn just a salary. Their pay is often a combination of bonuses, stock, stock...
How money affects the likelihood of divorce
One of the number one causes of stress in a marriage is money. Not being financially stable in Texas can cause a lot of issues in your marriage. However, being rich doesn't mean that your marriage will be perfect either. Here are some interesting facts about how the...
Don’t make these divorce mistakes in Texas
Financial planning is key when you're going through a divorce. Any mistakes can plague you for years to come because divorce terms usually cannot be modified. Here are some mistakes that should be avoided at all costs. Not considering retirement Many people focus on...
How to handle a no-contract route during divorce
While it is unfortunate, divorce cases in Texas are quite common. Divorce is a challenging process that can make both parties vulnerable and emotional. Separation is hard, and splitting assets that you collectively acquired is even more challenging. Even so, it is...
The 100-mile rule for child custody
If you’re getting divorced in the state of Texas, it's important to know about the 100-mile rule when it comes to custody. If parents live more than 100 miles away from each other, the noncustodial parent is entitled to choose one weekend out of the month to spend...