In North Carolina, school is in full swing for your child. That also means that it is time for school-sponsored special events and extracurricular activities that welcome a student’s family to attend. These events can play a big role in your child’s life, whether they...
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Should you have a separation agreement?
In North Carolina, spouses must complete a separation period of at least one year and one day before they can move forward with the process to finalize their divorce. We have discussed this requirement in previous blog posts. However, as you consider ending your...
How do I adapt to being a single parent after my divorce?
After the divorce, you and your ex-spouse moved forward with your co-parenting journey in two separate households. Even though you are co-parenting, in your home it feels like you are effectively a single parent. This is a new experience after a significant life...
What is “the divorce gap?”
Choosing to get a divorce from your spouse is a big decision – and a feat. Now, you must divide your marital assets and separate your very lifestyle from your spouse’s. The aftermath of this separation and eventual divorce can leave many women experiencing a “gap” in...
3 tips to help you prepare for property division
When facing a divorce, you may wonder how you and your ex-spouse will even begin to divide all of the assets and items collected over the years of marriage. The first step is to get organized. Knowing what you have, and what it is worth, is essential. However,...
How should you and your ex deal with your child’s behavior?
Your child is acting out in school. This is a stressful situation in and of itself, but it can feel even more so when you and your child’s other parent are no longer together. In these situations, you have to be more strategic in how you approach the issue. So, what...
Do most divorces take place in January?
Have you seen articles and reports dubbing January as “divorce month?” It's not necessarily a myth, but it may be slightly misleading. Divorce is complicated, but you may be curious about the reasoning behind the claims. According to Insider, the facts are: Online...
Screen time is becoming a major issue in post-divorce parenting
Now more than ever, almost every form of media is at our fingertips at any time. The rise of smart technology and devices directly increased the interactions with technology that people of all ages experience. In turn, this increased parents’ concerns about how much...
Do you have to divide your retirement accounts during divorce?
You and your spouse both worked full-time jobs for years. You both have retirement accounts that were meant to contribute to your nest egg – but now you are facing divorce. Worries about retirement plans can be significant for divorcing spouses nearing 50 and those...
Three steps to take before deciding to divorce
Getting a divorce is a big decision. It is not one that anyone takes lightly either. After all, it is one decision that can completely change your life. When first considering a divorce, many people wonder if they are ready or if they are making the right choice. To...
