Many Arizona couples struggle with money disagreements throughout their marriages. In fact, financial disputes are among the leading causes of divorce. While a wedding can be an expensive venture, divorce carries its own share of costs. A couple needs to address both...
Month: October 2016
More and more people are divorcing after age 50
Arizona seniors who are going through divorce are not alone. Divorce is increasingly common among people who are close to retirement age. Data shows that the divorce rate for couples over the age of 50 has doubled since 1990. When a couple divorces right before they...
Money questions couples should discuss
Because conflict over money is one of the leading causes of divorce, Arizona couples who are getting married should discuss a number of issues beforehand to make sure they are in agreement on how they will handle their finances. First, a general conversation about...
Many issues must be weighed during stepchild adoption
The legal adoption of a stepchild confers the rights and responsibilities of a biological parent on to the stepparent. When a family in Arizona chooses to adopt a stepchild, a desire to create equality among siblings often motivates the choice. A stepparent might also...