Divorce

Why Divorce Can Be Serious Business

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When couples in Kansas divorce, negotiating financial issues are typically a top priority. If the couple has a high-net-worth, there could be a lot at stake in the final agreement. While most people may marry for love, the truth is…

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Real Estate And Property Division During Divorce

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The marital home can be one of the most highly valued assets by Kansas couples making the decision to divorce. Unlike purely financial assets, real estate cannot simply be divided in two. In addition, many spouses feel a deep personal…

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Children

What Parents Can Do To Help Their Children After Divorce

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Parents in Kansas who are going through a divorce might wonder how they can make it less difficult for their children. If parents can keep children in the same school and avoid disrupting their routine as much as possible, it…

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Financial

How To Avoid Financial Mistakes During Divorce

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Kansas spouses who are getting divorced should avoid some common financial mistakes. For example, in the emotional turmoil of divorce, a recently separated ex might be tempted to go on a shopping spree to feel better. However, the bills will…

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Tax

Some Experts Say Tax Law Will Make Divorce Costlier

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Kansas couples who are getting a divorce should be aware that the Tax Cut and Jobs Act, passed at the end of 2017, may affect their tax situation after the marriage ends. This will apply to parents and people who…

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Researchers Look At Link Between Workplace And Divorce

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People in Kansas who work in the hotel and restaurant industries might be more prone to divorce than those in other lines of work while librarians and farmers may have a much lower risk of their marriage ending. These were…

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How Divorce Affects Older Adults ’ Lives

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Divorce is on the rise for older adults. Older people in Kansas who get a divorce should be careful about potentially adverse health effects of divorce. The chronic stress and depression associated with divorce can exacerbate health problems such as…

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Divorce, Older Adults And Finances

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Some older adults in Kansas who divorce may find themselves struggling financially. Divorce is on the rise in this age group, with people 50 and older divorcing at a rate that is twice as high as it was in 1990…

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