Going through a divorce doesn't exactly bring out the best in people. There are many situations in which the circumstances leading up to the split are so complex that the relationship is already contentious. Even though this might be the case, it is imperative for both adults to try to work things out so that they can get it all over with faster.
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5 special considerations for people going through divorce
The intersection of divorce and bankruptcy
A common cause for divorce is financial troubles, often due to souses having different perspectives and habits with respect to finances. The tension and arguments might lead to the need to put their marriages behind them. Bankruptcy could also be necessary.
Know what points to consider before filing for divorce
The time to think about certain aspects of a divorce is before you actually file. By doing this, you can make sure that you have things in order for when you do get the divorce moving forward.
Divorce doesn't have to be a contentious journey
Many times, there are circumstances in a divorce that automatically pit both parties against each other. Just because the marriage is over doesn't mean that you and your ex have to attack each other. In fact, many people are realizing that a 'friendly' divorce can be much less stressful than one that is fraught with contention.
Avoid making some of the more common divorce mistakes
There are some aspects of ending your marriage that just aren't pleasant. Even though you might not be ready to address those, you might have to do just that so that you can get it all over with. It is important that you ensure you aren't making mistakes when you are moving through the process.
Logic must rule the decisions you make during your divorce
Mediation is a way that many people resolve the issues that must be handled before a divorce can be finalized. This means that you and your ex will work with a neutral third party to come to agreements on everything related to the divorce. Trying to come to these agreements can be a challenge.
Uncontested divorces are faster but may create financial risk
Going through a divorce is a stressful experience, and many people will do anything that they can to speed it up. Sometimes, that can mean seeking an uncontested divorce by agreeing on all of the terms of your divorce with your ex. In 2015, Maryland changed state laws to allow for much faster uncontested divorces for couples without minor children.
Your financial future might hinge on decisions during divorce
The situations that lead to divorce are often very stressful. You have to make sure that you aren't letting all that stress get to you as you are working through the decisions of the divorce. In some cases, exes will prey on emotions in an effort to get what they want. Simply put -- you can't let that happen.
Interesting factors that might point to a divorce
When you are walking down the aisle, you don't think that your marriage will end in a divorce. Instead, you assume that your marriage is a life long commitment.
Study: Woman's promotion can raise risk of divorce
A recently-released white paper from two Swedish academics found that marriages where a woman was not working or earning less than their spouse were more likely to get divorced if the woman's career suddenly took off.
