Children here in Maryland whose parents are not in a relationship and don’t live together still have financial needs to be met. For some parents, this means that one will make child support payments to the other parent, who is typically considered the custodial...
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Avoiding divorce battles with mediation
Divorce does not have to come down to two sides fighting to see who “wins.” Instead, a divorcing couple can take a more collaborative approach through mediation, in which both parties reach an agreement together. Mediation can benefit Maryland couples in many...
Can you build a co-parenting foundation through mediation?
Regardless of how a Maryland couple’s marriage ends, if they have children, they will most likely need to find a way to relate to each other as parents post-divorce. Just because the marital relationship ended, it does not mean that the parental relationship does. You...
Taxes do not have to ruin your divorce
Taxes are an unavoidable part of life, but it is possible to minimize their consequences on your future finances. However, taxes might be one of the last things on your mind when going through a divorce. While it is understandable that you might feel preoccupied with...
A financial advisor may be important in a high asset divorce
People generally understand that getting a divorce will probably impact their finances. What they may not realize is just how big that impact can be and exactly what to do about it. There is a fairly straightforward answer, however, that may make all the difference,...
Considering the tax implications of property division
Even when divorce is the most appropriate option for a couple, the process can still be time-consuming and emotionally draining. During such a period of time, it can be easy to overlook small details that might seem insignificant. However, failing to consider tax...
Selling the marital home during divorce
Selling a home is often a stressful experience. Add divorce into the equation and things can quickly get out of hand. This might not sound great for the average Maryland couple going through a divorce, as the marital home may be the largest asset they will have to...
Military divorce is different
There are many unique challenges to living in a military family, like orders to move on short notice or service members who spend much of their time away. These stressors often build on top of all the other problems that civilian couples also face, sometimes leading...
The benefits of mediation
Divorce is generally portrayed as a hostile, drawn out process that leaves both spouses emotionally drained. There is another option, though. For many people in Maryland, mediation offers a quicker, less hostile approach to ending a marriage. Mediation is an...
Tips may help parents to navigate child custody
The process of getting divorced can often be as challenging for the children as it is for the parents who are splitting up. Fortunately, parents can take certain steps to mitigate the negative effects of divorce and child custody negotiations on their children....
