It is no longer unusual for Texans who are planning to get married to raise the subject of a prenuptial agreement. Divorce attorneys report that these agreements that often guide the terms of a divorce property settlement have become more commonplace...
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Dividing assets when going through a divorce
When a couple decides to get a divorce in Texas, it is likely that any assets that were obtained during the marriage will be divided. This can be quite expensive for each person if they do not take steps to protect those assets during and after the s...
Read MoreSocial Security benefits and divorce
When a couple divorces, there are many things that both parties have to take into consideration, and some of these things might affect one or both ex-spouses years after the divorce. One of these things is Social Security. Texas residents might be wo...
Read MoreReba McEntire divorce finalized
Texas country music fans may have heard about the impending divorce of singer Reba McEntire. It was finalized on Oct. 28. She and her husband had been together for 26 years. Her now ex-husband, Narvel Blackstock, is also her manager. McEntire says...
Read MorePreparing before initiating divorce proceedings
Although divorce might seem like an unusual New Year's resolution, the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers reports that there is often an increase of approximately 33 percent in divorce filings during the month of January. Some Texas residents ma...
Read MoreDetails of Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith divorce
Texas residents may be aware that the Hollywood glamour couple Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith announced in June 2014 that their 19 year marriage was ending. The couple pledged at the time that they hoped to avoid a contentious legal battle, an...
Read MoreFinancial planning to minimize divorce problems
Although few Texas couples enter into matrimony with the expectation of divorce, it is still sensible to consider the potential for this outcome. Managing mutual financial issues collaboratively can also prove helpful for keeping a marriage on a succ...
Read MoreDivorce rates among couples over the age of 50
Texas residents may be surprised by the findings of a study from Bowling Green State University, which claims that while divorce rates have fallen or remained stable across most age groups, they have risen among those over the age of 50. According to...
Read MoreFinancial infidelity in marriage
Financial challenges are common sources of friction for couples, and Texas residents might not be surprised to learn that this is a leading cause of divorce. Financial infidelity is one of many issues that can contribute to marital friction, as partn...
Read MoreProtecting a business when a marriage ends
Texas business owners who are thinking of a divorce may wonder how it may affect their business holdings. Planning ahead may help protect a business and specific areas might be worthy of consideration. Having good communication between partners durin...
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