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If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, you may feel overwhelmed by the tasks ahead and the changes coming in the post-divorce era. Here are three common mistakes you can avoid as you prepare for the divorce. 1. Failing to acknowledge the status quo...
Being a parent in Michigan is highly rewarding. However, when you are going through a divorce or split from your unwed partner, you will have to determine how you will both parent your child. Creating a parenting plan with your ex is a good way to help your child...
When a couple in Michigan ends their marriage, they will need to go through a process of dividing their property, including what to do with the family home. Since Michigan is an equitable distribution state, the best option for what to do with the house will depend on...
If you're going through a divorce in Michigan, there can be a lot of things on the line. One of the most important things divorcing couples think about is who will get the marital home. Fortunately, there are several potential ways for couples to determine a marital...
Living together represents a typical step before marriage for many Michigan millennials. Of course, living together is nothing new, as the "pre-marriage arrangement" gained popularity decades ago. People and lifestyles change over the years, and millennials might find...
As property division is one of the more hot-button parts of ending a marriage, the subject can become even more emotionally fraught for the business owner whose focus is on ensuring the future of the business after divorce. As it is often the largest asset on the...
Depending on one’s family, a surname can be extremely important, personally. However, for some, a surname can have monetary value. Take, for example, the recent divorce announcement of Bill and Melinda Gates, where Melinda has the choice (presumably) to keep the Gates...
One of the most vexing issues in a Michigan divorce is how the couple will split up any retirement plan benefits without incurring adverse tax consequences. A device that has helped many couples resolve this issue is what is called a Qualified Domestic Relations...
One of the most important concerns for Michigan residents going through a divorce is the financial status of the parties after the divorce is resolved. Both parties’ financial status will be affected by the division of marital assets and, if the couple has minor...
Property division during the divorce process can be overwhelming which can be especially true if the divorcing couple owns a business together and that business interest will need o be divided during divorce. To help, it can be useful for the divorcing couple to...