Why Drafting a Joint Will May be a Bad Idea
You have been married to your spouse for decades but have just got around to doing some much-needed estate planning. Since the two of you are close in every aspect of your marital life, you might like the concept of drafting a joint will for the both of you. Many estate planners will advise against…
Read MoreIs an Uncontested Divorce the Right Path for You?
Most people know that they don’t want to drag out their divorce or continue to deal with the relationship issues they’re facing indefinitely. They know that they want to do what is fair and get out of their marriage with the assets that they deserve. The majority of divorcing spouses are willing to sit down…
Read MoreWill Having a Child Cause Us to Get Divorced?
Your spouse comes to you and says they’re ready to start a family. You tell them you need some time to think about it. And, while you do think about your desire to have children, you also spend that time thinking about the impact such a development could have on your marriage. Will it make…
Read MoreStudy rates San Antonio as a good city for single divorcees
Being single isn’t always easy, especially if you have been married before. After divorce, you may desire a new relationship but feel worried about getting out there again. If you live in San Antonio, you might be in luck. According to WalletHub, Alamo City is the second-best city in Texas for singles. WalletHub rated more…
Read MoreWhat is Community Property When You Divorce in Texas?
It is common for property division to be the most pressing concern for people divorcing if they don’t have kids. Even for those with children, the outcome of splitting up your assets and debts will have a major impact on your life after the divorce and the quality of life that you can provide for…
Read MoreWhat is the Medicaid Look Back Period?
Individuals who are approaching the senior years need to think about how they will be able to pay for long-term care and medical bills as they age. There are programs available that can help, but some people might find that they are unable to quality for them because of asset or income rules. One of…
Read MoreEstate Planning Considerations for New Parents
Having a new baby means that parents have a lot of decisions to make. They might not think about it at the time, but there’s one important plan that many new parents overlook. Setting up an estate plan that sets out the instructions for what’s going to happen if both parents pass away. Without a…
Read MoreDo You Need to Tell Your Boss You’re Getting Divorced?
Legally speaking, of course, you don’t have to tell your boss anything about your marital life. If you’re getting divorced and you want to keep it to yourself, that’s fine. You don’t have to say anything. That said, it is often best to talk to your boss and at least give them an idea of…
Read MoreGetting Help Facing the Unique Challenges of Military Divorce
The common marital challenges that lead to divorce can often be magnified for military couples. The high stress conditions of military service and extended deployments of one or both spouses are emotionally taxing. When there are children involved and one anchor parent has to alternate between being a single or co-parent, it creates unique challenges…
Read MoreNow is the Time to Focus on Your Estate Planning Needs and Goals
As the current status in the nation and world tells us, things can drastically change without any notice. One day, you are leading your normal life, and then suddenly you are faced with financial woes and concerns about your health and wellbeing. While a life event is not the only reason to draft or update…
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