Holiday plans add another layer of complexity to already frustrating visitation negotiations, especially following initial separation. There’s no better way to destroy the holiday spirit than with endless bickering over visitation arrangements. These guidelines will help you and your ex achieve a mutually beneficial visitation plan:  …

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For many couples, the idea of having a child is integral to their vision of the future. So when infertility interferes with these plans, what can you do about it? What are your options?

First, consider some sobering science. A study of 47,515 Danish women found that those who did not conceive following fertility treatments…

Perhaps you’re seeking a long-distance divorce, because you and your spouse have been separated for years but have never made it official. Or maybe your long-distance marriage is coming to an end—buffeted possibly by the uncertainties of military service or the stresses of life on the road. Consider the following to get a fair outcome, minimize costs and protect yourself and your children:…
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Divorce often requires a series of meetings to determine custody, support, and the division of property and assets. There are several meetings that take place before you get a final divorce decree, even if you opt for an alternative dispute resolution process like mediation. The impression that you make at these meetings can have a…

Money troubles stress relationships and no doubt contribute to a significant percentage of break ups. Divorce can take a toll on your career earning potential, extend the time you have until retirement and force you to take a tax hit. Even relatively low-cost divorces can cost thousands of dollars, and you and your former spouse must each adjust to living on a single income. Obviously, the challenges multiply when children are involved. Follow these tips to manage your finances and recover after a divorce in Minnesota:…

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Transparency—so we’ve been taught—shapes us into more authentic people and prevents us from getting stuck in rigid patterns. By sharing experiences online, we also help others know that they’re not alone. When you’re going through a divorce, this kind of collective therapy isn’t just healthy—it’s downright essential. Right?

Not necessarily. Social media is a double-edged…

Divorce obviously can take a toll on your mental and emotional health. But did you know separation also directly affects you physically? Sleep disturbances during divorce are quite common. In fact, researchers at Rush University Medical Center found a strong correlation between sleep apnea and marriage problems. Whether sleep problems actually cause divorce—maybe snoring drives couples apart?—or just serve as a correlational marker for marital unrest is not known. However, researchers from Michigan State University found that those going through a divorce experience a more rapid decline in their general health than those who stay married. There’s scientific smoke, even if we can’t say what’s causing the fire.
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During divorce, couples split everything they own. No matter how financially stable most people were before divorce, they often walk away with less than half of their assets. Frequently, divorce negatively affects credit. It takes time, but you can make sound financial decisions to repair your situation following a divorce.

Cancel Joint Accounts

If you…

The holidays are a time for family and celebration. If you’re dealing with a strained relationship, and you plan to file for divorce, the season that normally brings cheer only makes things more difficult. If children are involved, things can be even more unbearable. Here are a few tips to help you make it through.  …

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One of the most important aspects of your divorce proceeding will be the division of your property or assets. Generally, property that you and your spouse acquire during the course of a marriage will be considered “marital property,” so it must be divided fairly. For example, if only one person works outside the home, the…