Tips to prepare for a divorce

People in Kentucky might be more likely to get a divorce in the summer. A study by sociologists at the University of Washington looked at divorces in the state from 2001 to 2015 and found that March and August were months when divorce tended to spike. Whatever the...

Study looks at child support payment variations

A study by Custody X Change calculated typical child support payments for all 50 states and found Kentucky on the higher end at $735-$880. The states with the highest typical payments had a range of $881-$1,187, and those with the lowest ranged from $400-$528.The...

Dealing with job loss when a marriage ends

Kentucky couples going through a divorce usually hope to avoid added stress during this time of transition. Unfortunately, unforeseen circumstances happen, such as one spouse losing a job. This change of dynamics can affect everything from how spousal or child support...

Co-parenting is not realistic for everyone

Even under the best possible circumstances, divorce can be difficult. Although a Kentucky couple may agree that beginning a new life living apart is the right path, issues such as property division and spousal support often trigger disagreement, but child custody and...

How to protect a credit score during divorce

There are steps that people in Kentucky can take to keep divorce from damaging their credit score. This damage is primarily the result of two issues. One is that it is not uncommon for people to struggle financially after a divorce. The other is that what is written...

Issues that could result in a divorce

There are many reasons why a marriage may not last. However, there are several common factors that could predict whether one will end in divorce. For instance, if Kentucky residents have contempt for their partners, it may lead to problems communicating. A lack of...