Property division is often one of the most contentious aspects of any divorce. If you and your spouse own real estate, deciding how to handle the family home and land can be complex and emotionally charged. Over 6.18 million Texan households own the house they occupy,...
Divorce can be a challenging and emotional experience, not just for adults but also for children. According to the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies, some children have a hard time adjusting to divorce and develop psychological problems that appear...
Regardless of how long your marriage lasted, divorce can be a trying process on an emotional level. However, you may put emotional self-care to the side as you navigate this new phase of your life. When you go through the divorce process, it is important to take care...
A divorce in any state comes with complications, especially for people who have built a lifetime of assets together. As one of the few community property states, a divorce in Texas does not always equate to an equitable split of assets. That creates a concern that a...
Divorce in and of itself is a challenge, and you may find that the challenges can become more complex when social media gets involved. Most people know that speaking poorly about your spouse online is never a good idea. However, what about posting pictures? You may...
If you have to pay child support each month, or anticipate these obligations soon because of your marriage coming to an end, it is pivotal to understand the importance of staying current. In fact, if you do not pay support on time, you could lose your passport (in...
Deciding to end a marriage and go through a divorce can be an emotionally challenging experience. During this time, individuals often seek support from friends, family or online communities to share their journey and gain insights. However, a common concern arises...
Texas is a community property state. This means that anything you and your spouse purchase or acquire during your marriage is equally divided during a divorce. This division of property can be detrimental in a divorce because it is difficult to protect your financial...
When you make the decision to seek a divorce, you and your spouse can either work together or not. If you can manage to reach an agreement on matters outside of court, then you will have an agreed divorce. An agreed divorce is also known as an uncontested divorce. It...
When a court has to determine property division in a Texas divorce, it will use the concept of community property. This is an important distinction from the majority of other states that use equitable distribution to divide marital assets. Community property still...
