Monthly Archives: October 2023
The Scoop on the 7-Year Itch
We’ve all heard about the 7-year itch—that notorious time when marriages seem to fall apart. So is it all mythology, or is there anything behind it? We could start by asking how long the average first-marriage lasts? The answer is 8.2 years. Some conclude that the seven-year-itch takes its toll, and couples decide to… Read More »
Kevin Costner and the Ironclad Prenup that Wasn’t
It’s a legal fracas for the books: mega-movie star Kevin Costner and estranged wife Christine Baumgartner are fighting tooth and nail despite having a prenuptial agreement that was sold to the couple as being “ironclad.” After nearly two decades together Baumgartner filed for divorce, and is now challenging the prenup and the terms of… Read More »
Social Security for Divorcees
As a senior who’s contemplating divorce, you may be concerned about how you’ll make ends meet when you’re on your own. Grey divorce is becoming more common these days, so there are plenty of people in the same boat. One income source you may not have considered is what you might get from the… Read More »
Making Co-parenting Work
Co-parenting: just the thought is overwhelming! Your kids are your top priority, and it’s tough to give up control of them to the person you couldn’t bear to live with any longer. Even with a fairly decent relationship with your former spouse, co-parenting can bring tough times. For those who have a terrible relationship… Read More »
