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In Florida, the concept of shared parenting, sometimes referred to as joint physical custody, is not implied in the laws of the state, but this is something that lawmakers are trying to change. A couple of bills have passed by substantial margins, but they have been...
According to a Pew Research Center report, 16 percent of children were living in a blended family in 2015. However, there may be financial difficulties in such an arrangement. One way to make a transition easier from a financial perspective is to have common goals...
In 2006, a man received a $250,000 bonus that was worth over $155,000 after taxes. In 2007, he filed for divorce from his wife and gave her nearly half of the after-tax amount. Days later, the wife signed an agreement saying that the money was community property and...
Florida parents who are ending their marriages will likely have child support issues to work out. They could reach a child support agreement through informal negotiations or alternative dispute resolution proceedings. Forming a child support agreement through...
When Florida couples decide to get a divorce, they can take certain actions that may help protect them financially. It is important to not put too much stock in advice from friends and family. While that advice may be well-meaning, it may also not apply, as everyone's...
It is a commonly held view that couples in Florida and around the country are more likely to divorce during times of economic hardship, but a 2016 study claims that a couple's material circumstances have little bearing on their chances of staying together. The study,...
Adoption can be a beautiful way to start having children or to add more children to your family. However, some prospective adoptive parents make a few mistakes. For example, they may not fully understand why they want to adopt. Similarly, they may be tempted to take...
Florida parents whose marriages are coming to an end can take a number of steps that will help their children adjust to the situation. They can start by talking honestly with their children when they know the divorce is imminent. Children notice changes such as...
