Monthly Archives: November 2021
Rebuilding Savings After Divorce
Even in 2021, there is an income gap between men and women. Divorced or separated women over the age of 65 have a median household income of $35,736 per year, with men earning close to $38,000. Married women and men over the age of 65 have median household incomes of $64,524 and $67,404, respectively…. Read More »
How To Negotiate Alimony
An unfortunate reality of life is that many marriages end in divorce. Divorces are life-changing events that can be very hard to get through due to all the various elements involved. One of these elements is alimony. If your spouse makes a lot more money than you, then you may want to negotiate alimony… Read More »
Tips To Move On After Divorce
Ending a marriage is never easy. You’re going from being married to being single and alone, which can be a scary experience. A divorce comes with many challenges. There are many elements and emotions involved. You may feel as though you’ll never be the same again. The good news is that you will move… Read More »
Wrestling Coach Wanted For Sexual Assault
Kids tend to trust teachers and coaches, as they are adults put in leadership positions. However, these adults sometimes use their position to take advantage of children. In some cases, these children are sexually assaulted by adults they know and trust. This was the case in Maryland, and a wrestling coach is now on… Read More »
Correctional Officers Plead Guilty To Theft Charges
Theft is a common crime. While many people see it as an act of stealing physical property, it may involve non-tangible goods as well. Theft refers to acquiring property through deceit, For example, many people fudge numbers on timesheets and other documents for monetary benefits. On September 23, two correctional employees in Maryland pled… Read More »
Maryland Man Arrested For Soliciting Sex From Minor Online
Soliciting sex online is against the law, and these crimes are punished especially harshly when children are involved. A Maryland man learned this the hard way, when he was arrested for soliciting sex from who he thought was a teen boy. It turned out to be an undercover police officer. The 25-year-old man from… Read More »
How To Prioritize Your Children In A Divorce
Many couples get a divorce, but not all have their priorities straight. Some are worried about their pets, getting possession of the marital home, or draining the other person’s bank account. Their sole goal may be to get revenge on their spouse. When children are involved, though, the focus needs to be on them…. Read More »
What To Do When You’re Feeling Disconnected From Your Spouse
A lot of us lead busy lives. Our time is spent working and raising kids. We may have hobbies and friends as well that take up our time. So at the end of the day, there’s not a lot of time to spend with our spouses. You may make light of the situation, but… Read More »
Stepfamilies And Second Marriages: Making Things Work
First marriages end in divorce roughly 50% of the time. For second marriages, that number increases to 60%. The biggest reason for this is that all the elements involved in the first marriage often carry over into the second marriage, namely children. Children can certainly complicate relationships. If you don’t have any children of… Read More »