Stay-at-home parents are no longer the norm, but many people still do embrace this role and highly value the time that they get to spend with their children. It's not just about saving money on daycare, either, since stay-at-home parents often give up a career to do it. For instance, 10% of the women who take this role have a master's degree (at minimum), so they're very highly educated and could purse many successful professional ventures. It's about doing what's best for the children. On the whole, about 7% of men are stay-at-home fathers. Women do this far more often, exceeding 25%. Some co ..read more

Every divorce is a little bit different -- but high-asset divorces have the potential to be incredibly complicated processes. The sheer number of assets involved in the marital split and the high-dollar values they represent can lead to a lot of contention between the parties. If you're about to go through a high-asset divorce, here are some mistakes that you need to avoid if you want to get through this process with a minimum of problems: 1. Hiding your assets If you feel that it's unfair to split certain assets with your ex, fight about it in court -- but don't try to hide what you own. You ..read more

Most grandparents want to be involved with their grandchildren, and they usually have a right to be. But it's not just about the grandparents themselves. You also have to consider the children's best interests, and, when you look at it from that perspective, it becomes clear very quickly that it's good for them to have strong relationships with their grandparents. For one thing, the love they get from their grandparents is often unconditional and unwavering. This is a type of bond you just cannot find anywhere else. When children are exposed to that type of love, it can really help with their ..read more

Parents who are going through a divorce often want to ensure that their children are taken care of during the process. For some parents, hiring a nanny who cares for the children in both homes might provide them with the stability they need during this time. If you choose to hire a nanny while you're divorcing, you should work with your ex to ensure that the terms presented to the nanny are agreeable between all parties. Just remember, the nanny isn't there to act as a go-between. You shouldn't expect the nanny to relay messages or try to decipher mixed messages. Before you hire a nanny who wi ..read more

Those who experience domestic violence often feel like they are alone, as if they are going through something that no one around them has had to deal with. This can make it difficult to ask for help or look into their options. They may feel ashamed about what is happening, even though it is in no way their fault. If you have ever felt this way, you should know that domestic violence is actually very common. Studies have found that it happens to about 25% of women, or one out of every four. Needless to say, this means that almost everyone likely knows someone who has experienced domestic violen ..read more

You know that your divorce will impact your children, but you want what is best for them. That is why you and the other parent chose to co-parent together. This option allows you to provide your kids a way to maintain strong relationships with both of you. In many cases, this is best for the kids, but it could also be quite expensive for Pennsylvania parents. If you are thinking about co-parenting, you should think about the cost.  Co-parenting comes with more expenses than you may think. This is why it is in your interests to pursue a property division settlement that is going to wo ..read more

Co-parenting is difficult enough when everything is going as planned. However, when you throw a wrench into things, such as changes with the back-to-school season, you must pivot your approach to ensure that everything remains on track. Here are some tips to help you get in the right frame of mind during back-to-school season: Revisit the past: What worked for you, your ex and your children last year? Can you use the same approach this year? You can learn a lot from the past, so don't hide from it. Talk with your ex: For example, if your ex has visitation rights, they may need to adjust their ..read more

Should you decide to divorce your spouse, your attention will soon turn toward the many assets that you own together. While your family home is important to you, the same holds true of any vacation property you own together. There's no right or wrong way to approach a vacation home in divorce, but that doesn't mean you should sit back and let the chips fall where they may. You must take steps to protect your legal rights. Here are some options to consider when it comes to property in your divorce: Give it up: If you don't care to keep the vacation home, offer it to your spouse in exchange for ..read more

Judges often base their post-divorce child support payments on a parent's financial situation at a particular moment in time. However, as circumstances change, so does the amount of support a person can expect to receive. A former spouse's financial landscape may change if they remarry, have a new child, adopt a child or take on a husband or wife with kids. These new financial responsibilities may limit how much a supporting spouse can pay. Child support laws vary by jurisdiction. Custodial parents are those who have physical custody of their children and receive child support payments. Howeve ..read more

When co-parenting after divorce, your goal is to provide your children with stability. Unfortunately, doing so is often easier said than done, as your ex-spouse may not be taking the same approach as you. There are many ways to prevent a co-parenting dispute before it starts, including the following: Lean on your parenting plan: You created a parenting plan during your divorce for a reason. It's designed to provide both parents with a clear idea of their legal rights. When you follow your plan, you can't go wrong. Communicate: It's not always easy to communicate with your ex, especially if yo ..read more