Divorce is never easy, but it might be the best option available if your marriage isn’t what it was at one time. One thing you will have to deal with is the division of your property and assets. However, if you have a Texas real estate business, you will want to...
Divorce rates by career
Every year, thousands of couples in Texas file for divorce. It may seem like a random occurrence. Two people sometimes just grow apart, and it truly could happen to anyone. But factors like stress and outside demands on one's time can take a toll on any marital...
Determining value for online assets
Dividing assets can be one of the most challenging parts of any divorce. That's especially true now that the types of assets people accumulate are changing rapidly. For example, when a couple in Texas divorced in the past, they might have to have valued a family...
Should I buy the other spouse out of the home?
Divorcing Texas spouses need to be careful about becoming "house poor" in a divorce. They may each be attached to the family home, and one of them thinks about buying out the other's share. There are several considerations before they reach that decision. Carefully...
Tips for co-parenting successfully without strife
When your marriage comes to an end, you may struggle to come to an agreement with your estranged spouse. While this can be challenging enough when you are dividing up your Texas property and dealing with family relationships and friendships, it becomes even more...
Why it’s best to avoid conflict in child custody battles
Texas residents who are going through a divorce will have to undergo the process of determining child custody arrangements. Ideally, this happens by both parents agreeing about how much time the child will spend with them and what types of decisions they can make....
What to know about inventory sheets
Using an inventory sheet may be advantageous in your divorce case. There is a possibility that the Texas judge overseeing your case will require you to submit an inventory list as part of the marriage dissolution process. Even if you aren't required to create such a...
Financial issues a divorce will deal with
Those who are entering the divorce process in Texas will have to worry about splitting up their financial assets. Going through the process of listing all of your assets and debts can be both time-consuming and emotionally taxing. By taking the time now to understand...
What happens to my pension during a divorce?
Texas employees who have worked hard for a pension know that it's a very valuable asset to have. When undergoing a divorce, it's likely that you're worried about what will happen to your pension in the divorce proceedings. By understanding what can happen, you can...
Are couples with daughters more likely to divorce?
Divorce is difficult for families in Texas regardless of the reason behind the breakup, but some couples never stop to think that their children may play a role in the success or failure of their marriage. Research suggests that not only does the presence of children...