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Parents may find themselves overwhelmed by the chaos during and after a divorce or remarriage. Because of this, some may place their responsibilities on their older children. This is parentification and can have serious short- and long-term impacts on children's...
As parents look to minimize the impact of a divorce on their children, the concept of birdnesting has been gaining attention. It moves away from the idea of children traveling between two households. Instead, this co-parenting arrangement keeps them in the family home...
Finances are traditionally one of the most common reasons that individuals choose to divorce. Issues involving money can be very problematic in a relationship, and many couples will cite them when choosing to move forward alone. It could be the financial pressure of...
Irrevocable trusts are financial tools that many people consider for wealth management and estate planning. Once you place assets into an irrevocable trust, the trust itself becomes the owner so you give up control over those assets. Creating an irrevocable trust...
Divorce brings many challenges for couples in Reston and throughout Virginia -- not the least of which is reorganizing finances. Understanding how to set a budget that fits your new circumstances is crucial as you navigate this significant life change. Remember,...
Traveling to another country with the children can be a great experience. Yet, each year parents traveling alone with their children find their travel plans cut short because they don’t have the right paperwork. As a divorcing Reston parent, it’s best to ensure you...
Setting aside time to draft a will is one of the most responsible steps you can ever take. Done right, a will allows you to articulate your wishes with respect to the distribution of your assets when you die. In the absence of one, the government will make this...
There are many kinds of clauses people can include in legal agreements that give them certain rights. Those putting together estate plans or leases sometimes include the right of first refusal in reference to an individual's potential interest in real property, for...
Divorce can be a tricky subject to broach with your children. It could help to know what to talk about before you discuss the news of your divorce with your children. You may need to know exactly what will happen after the divorce, such as if you will share custody...
If you're like most families in Ashburn, your summer is probably filled with vacations, day trips and cookouts. One of the last things on your mind is estate planning and your parent's wishes. However, a summer cookout might be the perfect time to ease into the...