Social Security was designed specifically with married couples in mind when it was first established. Benefits were tiered differently than for single individuals unless a married couple eventually divorced. It was also modified to remove spousal benefits for those...
Divorce
How to divorce a narcissist
Divorcing a narcissist is one of the most challenging things that you will ever do in your life. Narcissists are manipulative, controlling and often abusive. They are experts at making you feel like you are the one who is crazy and they are the innocent victim. If you...
Understanding your divorce decree
Your final decree of divorce is the formal order from the court confirming that your marriage has been terminated. If your divorce goes to trial and you receive a judgment, the judgment will become official when the divorce decree is dated and signed by the court...
Understanding the divorce process is essential
Whether you've known it was coming, or the decision was abrupt, getting divorced in California can be painful and frustrating to handle. Navigating the legal process correctly can help make it easier to deal with, letting you move forward with your life. Becoming...
What happens when you have frozen embryos and get a divorce?
Divorce is complex enough for California couples. However, if there are frozen embryos involved, it can cause a larger issue. Who gets those embryos after the divorce is final? What happens when couples have frozen embryos? Many couples struggle with fertility issues...
Co-parenting after divorce: the child comes first
After a divorce, parents in California will need to work together to co-parent their children. This can be challenging, particularly if the divorce was not an amicable situation, but with cooperation, a detailed parenting plan and the focus on the best interests of...
What are hidden assets and where can you find them?
If you're dealing with a divorce in California, hidden assets may be on your mind. It's helpful to learn about what they are and where you might find them. What are hidden assets? Hidden assets are money and other financially valuable properties that aren't disclosed...
Is divorce common for older couples?
Over the past several years, the "gray divorce" rate has increased according to the Journals of Gerontology. If you're a California resident, here is some essential information about divorces among older people as well as the benefits of marriage. Marriage can be good...
How to talk to kids about divorce
In most cases, California courts will allow parents to share custody of their children. Alternatively, they may allow parents to have generous visitation rights in lieu of physical custody of their sons or daughters. However, despite the fact that a child will likely...
Divorce and annuities
When you're going through a divorce, your emotions may be running high, so financial issues like taxes may not be at the forefront of your mind. However, there are important things to consider when it comes to dividing your annuities, 401(k)s and IRAs as it pertains...