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Contested And Uncontested Divorce

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Friends may be the spark a person needs to get divorced

A Georgia resident who is on the fence about getting divorced may be silently encouraged to separate by their friends. If friends have already gone through divorce, one might see that separation can be a way to move forward as opposed to a bad way to end a relationship. Individuals may look even more favorably […]

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Preparing for alimony during a divorce

When Georgia couples think about divorce, they may be especially concerned about the financial ramifications of ending a marriage. Not only does divorce come with the division of marital property, but alimony could also be part of the final settlement. Depending on the situation, spousal support may be temporary or long term. Child support is

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Divorce and addressing financial issues

Divorcing couples in Georgia may experience some anxiety regarding their finances. They should begin by examining their expenses, liabilities, income and assets. Savings accounts, bonds, money-market accounts, mutual funds, stocks, savings bonds, real estate investment trusts, certificates of deposit, savings accounts, cash and checking accounts are all categorized as financial assets. These financial assets may

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Divorce can be a time of financial shocks

When people in Georgia decide to divorce, the financial effects of ending a marriage can be some of the most difficult to deal with, even beyond emotional and practical concerns. Ending a marriage can force difficult financial reckonings for both spouses, especially when it comes to learning the full extent of family debt and making

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Financial preparations for a divorce

Some future exes in Georgia may have concerns about how getting a divorce will impact their finances. However, there are some proactive actions they can take to mitigate any financial complications that may arise. A spouse going through a divorce should confront the reality that their income and expenses will likely change for the worse. However, they

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