Divorce

People in Texas are often well-aware that their jobs can affect nearly all areas of life, from mental and physical health to relationship satisfaction. However, career choices could also impact the likelihood of divorce, according to one study conducted on the Danish...

Texas residents who get a divorce will find that the process can have many health implications regardless of how old they are. However, for individuals who are over 50 years old, getting a divorce can result in a number of physical and psychological issues,...

Those in Texas who are about to get married could benefit from having a prenuptial agreement. They are generally valid as long as both parties to an agreement have the chance to review them with legal counsel. Anyone who owns a company prior to getting married may be...

Divorces among older couples in Texas occur for reasons similar to issues that drive younger spouses apart. Couples that lack enjoyment of their free time together sometimes choose to end their relationships and move on. Research also indicates that life changes, like...

Divorces finalized in 2019 and later will be subject to new alimony rules created by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Texas residents and others who receive alimony in 2019 and beyond will no longer be able to count those payments as income. The person who makes the payment...

Money routinely ranks as one of the top reasons for divorce. A related issue that's increasingly affecting couples in Texas is student loan debt. While the average college-related debt is about $35,000, the number of borrowers owing $50,000 or more has been on the...

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...

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. An inability to pay bills or...

During a divorce, an estranged Texas couple may have to determine how they will deal with alimony payments in addition to dividing up marital property. However, the 2019 tax laws may have a financial impact on alimony, so those who are looking to finalize their...

Divorce in Texas generally takes several months or more to complete. During the legal process of splitting assets, establishing child custody and negotiating the other details of the divorce settlement, laws impose restrictions meant to prevent spouses from moving...