As in other states, in Pennsylvania divorcing couples generally pursue either an uncontested or contested process for ending their marriage. In an uncontested divorce, the couple comes to an agreement outside of court on matters like property division, child custody...
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Is financial infidelity a reason to get divorced?
Getting married comes with a certain amount of trust. While you may have some degree of separation in your lives, marriage implies that you will be loyal to each other as you live your lives together. Addressing financial matters before you get married can be a...
What do people consider most when deciding on the future of a relationship?
What factors influence a person’s decision to move forward in a relationship or to end it? Not everyone considers the future of their relationship in an overly formal or even conscious way. However, anyone who is dating or married is probably aware that certain issues...
Does social media use raise the risk for divorce?
Are apps like Instagram bad for your marriage? A study published in the journal Computers and Human Behavior analyzed the impact of social media site use on marriage and divorce. Review the research about how spending time on social media could affect the health of...
How to know if marriage counseling will work for you
If you and your spouse have noticed a decline in your relationship and the overall quality of your marriage, you may have thought of trying marriage counseling. If you both want your relationship to continue, couple’s therapy can help you strengthen your bond while...
3 FAQs about settling a divorce out of court
If you are like many Americans facing divorce, you may have serious concerns about how the court process will affect your family as well as your finances. Divorce litigation can be time-consuming, expensive and contentious. Mediated and collaborative divorce are two...
Finding happiness for divorcees over 50
A divorce is never an easy option for a Pennsylvania resident who chooses to end their marital union. However, the complications that come with a divorce can be more dramatic for some divorcees than others. One group that needs to plan for potential complications...
Reasons and issues in divorces among older adults
With divorce on the rise among people over 50, older adults in Pennsylvania might be more likely to get a divorce than younger ones. There are several possible reasons that people might do so after decades of marriage. Finances are a common source of conflict between...
Why are gray divorces increasing?
Gray divorces, or divorces for those over the age of 50, are on the rise. There are a variety of different reasons couples over the age of 50 divorce and it is important for divorcing couples over 50 and of all ages to be prepared for what to expect from the divorce...
How couples should ready their finances when facing divorce
For couples who are filing for divorce in Pennsylvania and across the United States, the process can be taxing both emotionally and financially. Amid the upheaval of divorce, couples should be proactive about preparing themselves financially now and in the future....