Rachel Hernandez

Surviving a divorce may seem impossible. Going through the divorce process is always difficult, even when both spouses believe it is in their best interest to separate. It is one of the most significant events in an adult person’s life in terms of loss and grief. The adjustment is more difficult for some than for others, but …

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One of the most difficult things parents who are getting a divorce must do is tell their children. It is important to explain to the children that despite their parents living in two homes, they will still be a family.  Their family is just changing the way in which they live. Tips for How to Tell …

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The government has ordered stimulus checks for most adults and children, which are either on their way or have already arrived. This may be a challenge for those who are now divorced but were married in 2019 and filed a joint tax return. The checks will likely be directly deposited in the account listed on the …

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Often one spouse knows very little about their tax situation. They have not been involved in the tax preparation process and do not even think about what effect taxes may have on their divorce settlement. There are some important considerations that each spouse needs to contemplate before arriving at a final settlement agreement. Divorce Issues Requiring the …

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Looking for a divorce attorney can be daunting. In addition to the stress of starting what can be an emotionally taxing process, selecting a lawyer is one of the most important decisions to be made. Here are some suggestions that may help: 1) Get Recommendations from Trusted Sources As a starting point, a trusted professional who you …

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An area of conflict that often occurs when a married couple divorces is how to deal with and divide the debt. This can be emotionally difficult, since one of the pressures on the marriage may have been financial issues. There are three important steps that should be taken to equitably divide the debt. Step One: …

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