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You may still be able to file a joint tax return if you are getting divorced, or you might want to file as married filing separately. If you are already divorced, whether you can file as married will depend on the date of your divorce. Determining Your Filing Status When it comes to getting divorced …
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Equal shared parenting is often discussed as if it is ideal after a divorce. However, there are downsides to 50/50 shared custody that parents should consider. 50/50 Custody Can Be Disruptive for Your Child Children in general benefit from spending time with both parents, as long as the parents are fit. Yet 50/50 shared custody …
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Military divorces are different from civilian divorces. In a military divorce, service members can be entitled to additional protections, and timetables can vary. The following are five things to know about military divorces. 1. Service Members Have Protections in Divorce Cases that Civilians Do Not Have When a service member gets served with divorce papers, …
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Gray divorce has become increasingly common, and more people in their 60s are filing for divorce. When you get divorced in your 60s, there are certain issues that you need to consider. Telling Adult Kids About the Divorce Most people getting divorced assume that the complications of informing their children end once their kids are …
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Social media is not your friend during a divorce. Should I Keep Facebook During a Divorce? Social Media is Not the Place to Find Support You will need a lot of support during the divorce process. You may think that talking to your friends and followers on social media is a good way to get …
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Prenups are not romance killers. Why Should I Get a Prenuptial Agreement? It is Best to Plan while Happy No one gets married thinking they will get a divorce. Creating a prenuptial agreement is not planning to get divorced, but it is a plan that can help you prepare for the unthinkable. Determining what each …
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Gray divorces are becoming more common. Reasons for Gray Divorces A long marriage does not necessarily make for a happy one. Of all age groups today, couples over the age of 50 are divorcing at higher rates than any other. These cases are known as gray divorces, and they happen for many different reasons. Many …
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Divorce really is hardest on the kids. Sit Down with Your Spouse First It is always best if you and your spouse can sit down with the kids together. This will present a united front and show them that you made the decision to divorce together. It is not just about one person leaving the …
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If I’m divorcing a spouse who is a federal worker, can I keep any benefits? The Law Governing Federal Employee Benefits The majority of federal employees are enrolled in the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) or the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS). Unlike the retirement benefits available in the private sector, these benefits are not …
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Dividing military benefits is a crucial issue in military divorces. What Happens to Military Benefits After Divorce? Under the Uniform Services Former Spouses Protection Act (USFSPA), state courts can divide military pension benefits just as they divide other property in divorce. Changes to the USFSPA in 2017 now allow state courts to divide retirement pensions …
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