As you start looking into divorce, one of the things you will have to think about is spousal support. Some people want to ask for it, and others don't. You need to think about its benefits and if it's something you feel is necessary as part of your divorce.Spousal...
Spousal & Child Support
Understand how spousal support is determined
Determining what kind of spousal support you should receive is an important part of the divorce process. It may seem like this is complicated and a difficult matter, but spousal support is nothing more than a business arrangement. It helps the spouse who is less...
Spousal support and lump-sum payments
Spousal support is essential for some people following their divorce. It may be that they relied on their spouse's income in the past, or their own income may be much smaller than their spouse's, making it hard for them to support themselves.Whether you expect to pay...
How long will spousal support last if you receive it?
Spousal support is something that not every divorcee has to worry about, but for those who relied on their spouses for income and support, it can be a lifeline. You might rely on that income to help you go back to school or to get an apartment in a better part of...
Is it better to take lump-sum alimony?
Lump-sum alimony can be a good choice for those who need money now, just as it's a wise choice for those who don't want to be tied down with monthly payments.As someone who is receiving alimony, you may not like the idea of allowing your ex-spouse to pay you monthly...
Should you seek alimony from your spouse?
There's no question that spousal support can be a difficult issue to address during a divorce. Sometimes, neither party wants to continue to have anything to do with the other, and spousal support does link them for some time into the future.If you are entitled to...
What is Spousal Support, Also Known as Alimony?
If you've made more money than your spouse and are considering filing for divorce, brace yourself. You may be required to make alimony, also known as spousal support, payments. This includes spouses who worked while the other took care of the home. The payments are...