Divorce is a big decision for everyone. There are so many things to consider: finances, retirement accounts, homeownership, other property and, of course, children (if there are any). For military families, it's even more complicated. Servicemembers are often away...
When it comes to estate planning, most people think of two foundational tools: wills and trusts. But a thorough estate plan covers much more than that. Like a jigsaw puzzle, it's made of many separate elements that come together to support a single, big-picture...
Whether you may not feel the need to bring personal changes up with your coworkers or they are your main support system, dealing with your divorce at work requires unique considerations. It’s important to remember that you are in a professional setting, but you may...
When Virginia parents make the decision to go through with a divorce, one of their main concerns is what will happen to their children. In order to provide them with security and stability well into the future, some may opt to co-parent. This is a type of child...
Married couples typically commingle their assets, while also making joint purchases. From your family home to your vehicles, from your bank accounts to your retirement accounts, sharing is common. This is all well and good while married, but it can lead to various...
When a person passes away, it is the responsibility of the loved ones left behind to decide what happens to that person's estate, possessions and money. They also have to make decisions regarding the funeral. When a person has an estate plan, it typically outlines his...
When deciding on floral arrangements and reception locations, soon-to-be married couples often forget to ask themselves a very important question -- what if things do not work out? While it might strike some as a distinctly unromantic thought, it is an important...
The husband of one-time candidate for U.S. vice-president is seeking an end to his marriage. Virginia residents will know Sarah Palin as the 2008 Republican vice-presidential nominee. Her husband of 31 years, Todd Palin, is filing for divorce, allegedly because...
Virginia parents can petition a court to make changes to an existing court order regarding their children. The court always has children's best interests at the forefront when making child custody, visitation or child support decisions. These decisions, however, are...
It may not be something you're looking forward to, but it's a necessity to prepare your finances for divorce. With knowledge of your situation, it's easier to make confident decisions that will work in your favor in the future. Here are five steps you can take to...