Spousal support, also referred to as alimony, may be awarded in some Michigan divorces. The law does not set forth a formula for calculating it; rather, it authorizes courts to make an award when they deem it proper.Divorcing spouses may choose to agree...
Month: June 2017
Prenuptial contracts and other concerns for blended families
Romance may be the furthest thing from one's mind in the aftermath of the end of a marriage, but many Michigan divorced spouses with children choose to remarry people who have also gone through a divorce. Research shows blended families, where one or both partners has...
Requirements for deducting alimony payments on taxes
When two people in Michigan separate or get a divorce, one might owe alimony to the other. While alimony is usually tax-deductible, there are several conditions that must be in place for a person to claim that deduction. The parties must live separately, and the...
How to protect income and assets after a marriage
Today, women around the country make 78 percent of what their husbands make. However, it has become increasingly common for a woman to make more than her husband in a specific marriage. Regardless of which spouse makes the most money or has the most assets, Michigan...
Studies show shared parenting benefits the kids after divorce
Many Michigan parents who are ending their marriage may know that in the past the children would stay with the mother if the parents got a divorce. In some cases, the father's role in raising the children would become diminished, preventing him from being able to...
Incorporating nesting into a custody agreement
Michigan parents who are negotiating custody agreements might be looking for more creative options outside of traditional shared parenting agreements. One arrangement that is becoming more popular with parents is the concept of nesting. Nesting is based on the...