Texas parents who are getting divorced might worry about raising their kids after custody and support issues are settled. While the tension that caused the divorce might still be present, parenting, which is about the children and not the adults, can be done peacefully and successfully by following some rules.
Rules for parenting after divorce
Lawyers report increase in millennial prenuptial agreements
Texas residents in the 18-to-34 age group who are getting married might want a prenuptial agreement. The number of couples using these agreements has increased over a 20-year period. However, the American Association of Matrimonial Lawyers has reported the rise in prenups among millennials as a more recent phenomenon.
Six financial surprises divorced women run into
A recent survey found that 46 percent of divorced women ran into financial surprises of one kind or another. To be more accurate, 38 percent of women aged 55 and above reported experiencing these kinds of surprises after getting divorced whereas approximately 50 percent of women in younger age brackets reported the same phenomenon. As a result, the women of Texas would do well to learn from their predecessors and prepare themselves financially in case they ever decide to go through with a divorce.
Child custody confusion can throw a wrench into your summer trip
There is no better time to relax and have fun with your child than on a summer vacation. Unfortunately, if you find yourself in the middle of a child custody dispute, you could run into a variety of challenges along the way.
Common sources of money problems for spouses
Love forms the foundation of a marriage, but the institution also represents a financial union between two people. Fiscal stress and money disputes have long been recognized as leading causes of divorce in Texas and throughout the U.S.
Drafting parenting plans during a divorce
Going through a divorce with children can be a difficult process for many Texas parents. A divorce or even a separation could mean that parents will no longer get to see their children every day or as normal. In many cases, parents may also have to do additional driving if they share custody, which can be tiring and time-consuming.
