California residents have likely heard that half of all marriages end in divorce, but the reason the rate could be so high is because of one age group in particular. It has stabilized or gone down in many areas, but older couples see an increase in divorces....
Month: July 2016
How Social Security benefits factor into a divorce
Many people do not fully understand the rules for Social Security benefits, and they can become even more confused when divorce comes into the picture. Although California retirees may be aware they can claim spousal benefits when they are married, they might not...
Child support payments affect credit scores
Divorced parents in California may wonder if child support payments can affect their credit reports. The short answer is "yes". Missing or delinquent child support payments can have a negative effect on credit scores, just as timely payments can potentially have a...
The marital home and property division
Many California couples whose marriages are coming to an end own a home together. Deciding how to handle it is very important, as it may be the largest asset they own, and it may also be difficult for one party to be able to afford to remain living in it alone after...
