If you have been considering a divorce for some time, you might reach a point where you finally decide to do it. The next step will be to tell your spouse, yet this is not always that easy. Many people put it off for a long time because they do not know how to go...
Divorce
What is the fastest you can get divorced in Indiana?
You want to file for divorce, and you don’t want it to take very long. You just want your relationship to be over. The faster you can put this stage of your life behind you, the better. If so, you should know that Indiana law establishes a mandatory 60-day waiting...
How do you divide retirement accounts during divorce?
Dividing retirement accounts during a divorce can be complicated. There are various types of retirement accounts, including 401(k)s, IRAs and pensions. A 401(k) is an employer-sponsored plan, while an IRA is an individual retirement account. Pensions are often...
Signs that couples are drifting apart
There isn’t always a “major” reason that a couple decides to divorce, such as financial stress or infidelity. In some cases, the issue is that a couple has drifted apart over time. Spouses may eventually realize that they don’t have the same connection they used to,...
Indiana’s guidelines on age-appropriate parenting time
Every child endures divorce differently. Their age can influence how they comprehend their parents’ circumstances. Indiana law recognizes the impact of parents’ broken relationships on each child’s unique developmental and psychological needs. While no specific...
Understanding the role of a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
Once your Indiana marriage runs its course, you may find yourself staring down a much different financial future than the one you anticipated. A divorce upends many financial aspects of your life, but there are certain financial professionals who might be able to help...
When are you eligible for a former spouse’s Social Security?
When your Indiana marriage comes to an end, you may not give much consideration to how long it lasted before you decided to pull the plug. You might be remiss to do so, though, because the length of your marriage plays a big part in determining if you are eligible for...
How does property division work in Indiana?
If you and your spouse are heading for a divorce in Indiana, there are some things you should know about property division laws in the state. Indiana is an equitable distribution state, meaning a judge will determine a fair, or equitable, way to divide assets between...
How should I manage social media during a divorce?
Particularly if you are in the lead-up or going through a divorce, managing your social media appropriately is very important. Many ex-spouses will mine social media accounts for ammunition to use during the divorce process. Overall, it is not a bad idea to delete...
Getting ready for child support during your divorce
If you are bringing your marriage to an end, you need to take a close look at child support if you expect to owe payments. It is vital to go over the various factors that courts evaluate when awarding child support. Additionally, you need to understand the serious...
