One of the most significant issues that might arise when going through a divorce is the question of alimony. Also known as spousal support, alimony is a payment that one spouse makes to the other during or after a divorce. The purpose of alimony is to limit any unfair...
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Divorce
Navigating the complexities of grey divorces
Divorce presents unique challenges at any age. But when it occurs later in life, often referred to as a 'grey divorce', it brings about specific considerations and difficulties. Understanding these differences is crucial to ensure a smooth transition and fair outcomes...
Is your spouse hiding assets?
In a divorce, equitable division of assets is crucial for ensuring a fair settlement. However, if you suspect your spouse of hiding assets during the divorce process, it can complicate matters. This article provides guidance on what steps to take if you suspect your...
When do you qualify for a former spouse’s Social Security?
When you have a husband or wife, your retirement picture may look quite a bit different than it does when you divorce. You may worry about having enough retirement funds to get by on if you find yourself single in this stage of life, but you may have the option of...
How does adultery impact a North Dakota divorce?
When you split from your spouse in North Dakota, you need to determine under what grounds you plan to seek the divorce. The state recognizes seven main causes of divorce, and one of those seven causes is adultery, or the cheating of one spouse on the other. Per the...
Important things to know when administering QDROs in North Dakota
A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a tool by which divorcing couples can separate their joint retirement accounts. Retirement accounts are often among a person's greatest assets, especially when divorcing later in life. Here is what you need to know about...
Handling debt amid divorce
When a North Dakota marriage ends, an essential part of disentangling your life from your ex’s involves taking care of your assets and debts. Doing so gives each of you a chance at a fresh financial start and helps you plan and budget for life without your one-time...
Is drug or alcohol abuse grounds for divorce in North Dakota?
North Dakota marriages end for many different reasons. In some instances, you and your former partner may simply fall out of love with one another, meaning neither of you did anything specific to ruin the marriage. In other circumstances, though, your partner may do...
Will your assets impact the rockiness of your divorce?
You may have heard before that couples with more assets also tend to have a rockier divorce. But are these all baseless rumors, or do they actually have some truth to them? While they may not be entirely false, they also certainly are not perfectly true, either. A...
How can you manage social media during divorce?
Social media is something you likely use and enjoy every day. You may use different social media sites to keep up with friends, play games, receive news updates, communicate with long-distance family members and more. Social media is part of normal daily life for many...