The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) is a 1,000-page law that made more changes to the US Tax Code than any tax law in the last three decades. One change that has received a lot of attention is the elimination of the alimony deduction. Those who already have established alimony awards can […]
Family Law
What Every Divorcing Parent Should Know About Custody
If you have children with your spouse, divorce won’t be the end of your relationship. You’ll both need to figure out a partnership that works for your child’s best interests. Divorced parents typically share custody and need to communicate about everything from schedules to educational plans. Here are some basics: There is a Difference between […]
5 Ways to Prep your Finances for Divorce
Before the attorneys and judges look into every aspect of your financial life, it’s important to prep your finances for divorce. With the right preparation, you reduce the risk of your spouse racking up debt in your name and trashing your credit score, and help the process go a little more smoothly. Once you file […]
Roadmap of the Divorce Process in Massachusetts
The divorce process can be confusing and frustrating if you don’t know what’s in store for you. Even worse, there are so many unfamiliar terms that divorce attorneys use on a regular basis, sometimes they forget to explain them all. This Roadmap of the Divorce Process lays out the timeline of the divorce process in […]
Big Little Lies: Truth and Fiction about Domestic Violence
HBO’s series, Big Little Lies, won eight Emmy Awards for its emotional depiction of the struggles of three women in a small, wealthy community. Struggles with gossip, with abuse, and even murder. If you haven’t watched the series, you may want to bookmark this article and return after you have watched, as it contains spoilers! […]
Suddenly On Your Own? Here’s How to Start Managing Your Family’s Finances.
Are you the family finance manager — all of a sudden? Whether you recently separated or your spouse has become unable to take care of the bills, taking charge of your family’s finances can be overwhelming at first. You may feel like you have no clue where to begin. Here is your roadmap. 1. Look […]