Family Court judges have needed a formula to avoid unfair settlements, because the amounts and payment schedules are usually decided by them. Judges are on their own in deciding how to prioritize the various factors and how to translate them into dollar amounts—resulting in wildly inconsistent alimony awards. The unpredictability of alimony rules imposes unnecessary costs. […]
Everyone should be proactive about monitoring their personal financial data. Credit reports have become consumers’ passport to the financial world. It is very important that you make sure that the information in your report—that is used to formulate your credit score—is accurate. You are entitled to one free report annually from each of the three credit bureaus—Equifax, […]
Anyone who is faced with the challenge of going through a divorce is at a stressful time in their life and needs the best assistance that they can get. One of the most essential parts to a successful divorce case is locating and hiring the right divorce attorney for your case. This is critical because […]
Romance is wonderful, especially for a “senior”—but marriage has to be thought out carefully. The financial implications are the most important thing to consider. Living together without getting married may make the most sense. But if marriage is what you want, you have to have serious financial discussions before you take the step. Proof of your income, […]
Across continents, cultures, and centuries, prospective parents have always preferred boys to girls. Nature agrees because the ratio of live births is usually 105 boys to every 100 girls, because boys have higher rates of infant mortality, engage in high-risk behavior and die sooner. By age 30 there are equal numbers of males and females […]
