Child support is designed to help parents share the responsibility of financially supporting their children, allowing the kids to maintain a lifestyle to which they are accustomed. California parents who are going through a divorce may be interested in knowing some of...
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Tasks to complete after a divorce
Despite being exhausted after going through a divorce, many new ex-spouses in California feel ready to make a fresh start. Part of starting anew involves making certain changes in a timely fashion. Just because the paperwork is signed and a person has the divorce...
Joint custody after divorce
When parents in California divorce, child custody is often a significant issue. Both parents may be concerned about the well-being of their children, and fathers in particular may be worried about maintaining a meaningful relationship with their offspring. In some...
Mortgages and divorce
When deciding what should happen to the family home, many divorcing couples in California will opt for the property to remain with one of the spouses. After this decision is made, there are other factors that both parties will still have to address regarding the home...
Ensuring the proper value for your business in a divorce
If you are facing divorce, the business you own will take center stage during the property division process. The valuation placed on the business will be of primary importance, and you should know what to expect. Standard of value If you and your spouse are going to...
Deciding whether to file for bankruptcy
People in California who are struggling to pay their bills might wonder if they should file for bankruptcy. First, they should make sure that their debts can be discharged in bankruptcy. While many types of debts are dischargeable, exceptions include child support...
Divorcing individuals hiding income in cryptocurrencies
For many married couples in California, finances are discussed frequently and openly. Both parties likely know where the family's money is invested, how much money the family has and what debts they have. When a couple in this situation divorces, it is easy to lay...
Divorce, taxes and dependents
In cases in which divorced or separated parents in California both claim their children as dependents on their federal income tax returns, the Internal Revenue Service will have to determine whose claim will be allowed. If there is no separation, custody or divorce...
How social media can connect divorced parents and children
Divorced parents in California might be concerned that if there is a great deal of conflict in their relationship, they might jeopardize their child's adjustment and well-being after the divorce. However, a study that appeared in "Journal of Family Issues" found that...
Financial statements can reveal hidden assets
A partner hiding assets in a marriage is something that has occurred as long as there have been marriages. Concealing assets is a sign of betrayal. In some cases, it can be a sign of marital infidelity. Tax returns can provide the key to determine if a spouse in...
