When people think about a divorced couple in California, they may envision young spouses married for a short time. While people in all demographics opt for divorce to end unhappy relationships, the number of Baby Boomers choosing to end their marriages has grown. The...
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Month: May 2018
Divorce could create challenges when funding college for kids
California couples going through a divorce need to plan for their financial lives going forward. Splitting one household into two often strains the resources of the parents, but it's still possible to save for the children's education. A divorce settlement should...
Avoiding dangerous social media mistakes during your divorce
Getting divorced is stressful, and it can leave you in need of significant social and emotional support. Many people tend to lean on their circle of friends and acquaintances to process and move on from the emotional difficulties of ending a marriage. While that has...
Communication can help lower the risk of divorce
Marriages in California tend to last longer when they are "gender equal" from the beginning. Ideally, couples will have a talk prior to getting married to reaffirm that each partner has equal power in the relationship. This means that each side is equally responsible...
The challenges of being a spouse and business owner
An entrepreneur tends to be a driven individual who is not afraid to take risks. Their spouses are more likely to be cautious and have a lower tolerance for risk. This helps to explain why the self-employed in California and throughout the country have a higher...