People are often incredibly anxious about the prospect of divorce. They worry about losing property and needing to rebuild their lives. Some couples can sidestep disputes about asset distribution when they divorce because they signed a prenuptial agreement years ago....
The connection between marriage age and divorce
People are often interested in different factors that can predict whether or not they’ll get divorced. For instance, some studies show that couples whose own parents got divorced when they were children are more likely to get divorced themselves. Things like this can...
Divorce doesn’t have to be conflict-filled
Divorce is certainly not an easy process to navigate. However, at the same time, it doesn’t need to be filled with conflict. The truth is that a highly contentious divorce is likely to take more time, cost more money and can potentially cause a lot of stress for...
Delaware has changed how pets are considered in divorce
When spouses divorce, what happens to their pets can make a big difference in how they and their children deal with the often massive changes that divorce brings to the entire family. Pets are often a source of solace and continuity for adults and children. When...
What happens debts and credit during divorce?
Divorce involves more than just emotional and personal upheaval. It also involves navigating complex financial matters, including debt. Understanding how debts are divided and how they can impact the credit of each spouse is important for those who are dissolving...
What happens to your home in a divorce?
Your Delaware home may be sold or transferred to your estranged spouse as part of a divorce settlement. There is also a chance that you will become the sole owner of the property after your marriage officially comes to an end. What actually happens to your house in a...
What to know about marriage and divorce rates
Since 2011, both the marriage and divorce rates have declined in Delaware and throughout the United States. This is according to data from the American Community Survey that was made available by the United States Census Bureau. However, since 1990, the rate of...
A financial guide for divorce after 50
Gray divorce, which refers to divorce among people age 50 or older, is on the rise in the United States. In fact, according to studies, people over the age of 50 are now the most likely age group to get a divorce. Gray divorcees in Delaware can take some steps to...
Credit card debt in a Delaware divorce
As an equitable property state, Delaware divides debts and assets from a divorce based on what's fair. The court considers what each person contributed and sacrificed to their marital wealth. Married couples may be able to negotiate with each other as well. Close or...
How divorce impacts children by age
When a Delaware couple makes the difficult decision to dissolve their marriage, it impacts everyone. The divorcees must adjust to a “new normal,” but if the couple has any children, the impact is even more significant. Childhood development is a complicated area, but...

