Some people think that ending their marriage means that they are going to have to divide everything that they own into halves. In reality, not every divorcing couple should expect that they will have to split property right down the middle. It is always preferable for...
Divorce
Is my spouse intentionally delaying our divorce?
Navigating the divorce process is tough enough when parties cooperate with one another, but when one spouse refuses to participate, it can become mentally and emotionally draining for everyone involved. Anger, greed and denial are all reasons a spouse may actively...
How much does a divorce cost and can you keep the costs lower?
Divorce is financially difficult. You spend a lot of money, sometimes on credit. You also have to split everything you earned during the marriage, from your retirement savings to your home equity. Some people even wind up considering bankruptcy after their divorce....
Five things to know about alimony in Minnesota
Alimony can be an important part of the divorce process, but not all individuals preparing to end their marriages understand what it actually is or how it is determined. In Minnesota, the process of seeking alimony is started with the filing of a petition and proceeds...
Is there a good time of year to end a marriage?
According to a psychiatrist from the Advocate Medical Group, different times of the year could put more strain on a relationship than others. In fact, most Minnesota divorce lawyers will tell you that January and February are among the most popular times for couples...
Deciding where you are going to live after the divorce
When you are in a divorce, there are many major decisions to make. As a CBS MoneyWatch article notes, one of the more fundamental ones is the decision of where to live moving forward.There are generally two main choices for a post-divorce living situation. You could...