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If you filed for divorce in 2018, you could be in for a big surprise if your divorce decree was not finalized or a marital separation agreement entered by December 31, 2018. Tax laws on alimony, mortgages, and dependent children changed on January 1, 2019 for the first time in 70 years and may significantly […]
» Read More...Children and Snow Days
Living in the Mid-Atlantic, children throughout the state of Maryland are usually lucky enough to have a few snow days during the winter months. While these unexpected days off from school are a delight to children of all ages, they can be frustrating for working parents who must make last-minute arrangements when their children are […]
» Read More...Increasing Alimony
Alimony is a term used for the payments made to one spouse by the other upon divorce. It exists to reduce economic unfairness that can occur as a result of divorce. Courts may award alimony to the spouse who earns less or who needs additional funds to maintain the standard of living he or she […]
» Read More...Depression in Children with Divorced Parents
When couples divorce, it is easy to get caught up in emotions that their children’s needs are overlooked. The children can become depressed as a result. Though this is not done intentionally, it can be a consequence when parents decide to end a marriage. Not all children react this way to divorce, but parents must […]
» Read More...Is Alimony Tax Deductible?
Alimony payments have been tax deductible under the U.S. tax code for 75 years, but that rule is about to change. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which was passed in 2017, made several changes to the tax law, one of which is making alimony payments taxable. This new rule will affect couples who have […]
» Read More...The Emotional Impact of Child Custody Disputes
The divorce rate in this country is the highest in the world. In particularly angry splits, children often become the unfortunate collateral damage. New research shows that it is not necessarily the divorce itself that emotionally impacts kids, it is the conflict that often comes with divorce. Much has been said about children of divorce […]
» Read More...Grandparent Visitation During the Holidays
The holidays are a time for family, but if that family involves divorced parents, grandparents may be out of the picture when it comes to where the grandchildren will spend the holidays. When parents go through divorce, child custody arrangements often include visitation times for the non-custodial parent, and the court anticipates that both parents […]
» Read More...Divorce and the Holidays
When a marriage ends at what some consider to be the happiest time of year, it can be hard for everyone involved. However, you can survive the holidays and your divorce with a healthy coping strategy and support from the ones you love. The following are some tips for enjoying the holidays while you are […]
» Read More...Holiday Gift Ideas for Divorced Families
It is that time of year to start searching for the perfect presents for the special people in our lives. Some of our loved ones are a bit easier to shop for than others. What about the families who have gone through a divorce? Should you buy a gift for your ex-spouse? The following are […]
» Read More...Co-Parenting During the Holidays
The holiday season can be stressful when a couple divorces, especially when children are involved. Child custody arrangements made at the time the divorce is finalized often take holidays into consideration, but special events and changes in plans can disrupt even the most carefully planned child custody agreements. With careful planning and cooperation, divorced parents […]
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