The standing stereotype among California residents is that women are often more interested in settling down for marriage than men. And while there is some historical truth to this stereotype, many people may be surprised to know that women are also the most likely...
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Ways to protect your legacy when you remarry after divorce
A blended family begins when someone previously married or who has children from a prior relationship begins a relationship with another divorcee or someone who has children from their previous relationship or marriage. Blended families are more common now than they...
Is it time for you to consider divorce?
Maybe there's something wrong with your marriage and you know exactly what it is. Or maybe there's something wrong, but you can't quite place your finger on it. It's critical to have a firm grasp of why you're considering divorce, as this will help you decide what to...
Take these steps to prepare your finances for divorce
With the divorce process closing in on you, now's the time to prepare your finances accordingly. Neglecting to take the right steps will hold you back during your divorce, while also increasing the risk of a mistake. Here are five things you can do to prepare your...
When are the best times to propose a postnuptial agreement?
One of the main reasons why many engaged couples in California don’t create a prenuptial agreement is that they don’t want to believe in the possibility that they won’t be together someday. They think that if one of them brings it up, then one spouse might believe...
What are unmarried parents’ rights for child custody?
Unlike the baby boom generation that came before them, parents raising children in the 21st century are far more likely to be unmarried than their parents were. In fact, the number of unmarried parents has doubled since 1968, from 13% to 32% in 2017. About 15 million...
A prenup may be most important for your second marriage
If you are preparing to enter your second marriage, there may be valid reasons to consider getting a prenuptial agreement, even if you did not get a prenup before your first marriage. Some people are able to get away without a prenup when they are young, have no...
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4 Reasons parents shouldn’t badmouth their ex
It's completely natural and reasonable to feel negative toward your ex during a divorce. However, there are a number of reasons why it's very important to take the high road. Here are just a few to consider. 1. Your child's sense of trust Whether it seems like it or...
Thinking of divorce? Discard these common divorce myths.
With almost half of the country's marriages ending in divorce, there are more than a few stereotypes floating around about what divorce means and how the process goes.While some may be true to your unique situation, others only myths. Here are a few of the most...
