While arguments about money are often cited as a frequent cause of divorce, ending a marriage can result in its own set of financial issues. If one of the individuals didn't manage the couple's money and didn't know much about their assets, they might find themselves...
Divorce
Why bringing in a CDFA is a must during a divorce
Much of the divorce process in Michigan can be difficult if you don't have the proper assistance. One of the more complex parts of the process occurs when financial disagreements come up during your divorce. This is why the following information is so important if you...
How to decide who gets the house in a divorce
For many couples, a house is the biggest asset they have, so dividing it up in a divorce can be complicated. Couples in Michigan have several options when it comes to deciding who gets the house. Generally, one spouse keeps the house, or the house is sold and they...
Why women initiate divorces
One of the most surprising statistics about divorce in America is that 70% of them are initiated by women. People in Michigan may be curious about what lies at the root of this trend. The truth is that there are several factors involved. Expectations versus reality...
3 reasons mediation could be right for your divorce
You and your spouse made the decision to divorce together. After another night of arguing, you finally determined that this marriage was not working out for you. You have two children, plenty of assets and concerns about your finances, but you know that consciously...
Is a calm divorce possible?
Many individuals think that their divorce is going to be a nightmare of fights and disagreements. This isn’t always the way that things work. Some couples going through the end of their marriage really are able to make the process calm and easy, even as they continue...
Could domestic violence accusations affect your pending divorce?
Domestic violence and divorce have a strange relationship with one another. On the one hand, legitimate cases of domestic violence can often lead to the victim requesting a divorce and possibly protective order from the state of Michigan. However, it is also possible...
When did you know you were getting divorced?
You’ve started planning for divorce. Maybe you haven’t told your spouse yet, but you’re looking into your options and taking preliminary steps to gather the paperwork that you’ll need. It’s clear to you that you are going to end your marriage sooner rather than later....
Considering a trial separation? Preparation is critical.
If one or both spouses are uncertain about whether they wish to end their marriage, they have an option to test a trial separation. A trial separation allows spouses to carefully consider the decision to divorce, all while they experience what a divorce might be like...
What is a gray divorce?
Gray divorce is certainly not a technical term but merely applies to many divorce cases when people are in their 50s, 60s or beyond. There are other names for it, such as silver divorce, but they all refer to the same thing: People who are later in life and deciding...