Health insurance isn’t generally at the top of any divorcing person’s list of things to worry about. However, it should be – at least if you’ve been getting your health insurance through your spouse’s employer-sponsored plan. If you’ve been relying on your soon-to-be ex’s Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) for coverage, you may be able to continue to receive FEHB after your divorce is final. However, the coverage will need to be in your name. You can’t continue to be on your spouse’s plan (although your children can until they age out). What are the qualifications for continued coverage ..read more

Despite its potential benefits, many couples forego drafting a prenuptial agreement due to the stigma around it. Contrary to popular opinion, prenuptial agreements can protect both spouses while promoting transparency and understanding. Couples who opted not to write a prenup but are reconsidering their decision can still obtain similar protections through a postnuptial agreement. Postnuptial agreements, like prenuptial agreements, are documents that help spouses determine the division of assets and property as well as spousal support in case of divorce or death. The most notable difference is ..read more

Every year, thousands of spouses in Maryland and across the country choose to end their marriages. It’s no secret that divorce is common these days. If something had a decent chance of happening, it would only make sense to prepare for it just in case. This is essentially what prenuptial agreements do. But what exactly are prenuptial agreements and how can they benefit future spouses? What is a prenuptial agreement? A prenuptial agreement, prenup for short, is basically just a legal document that spells out how assets and/or property will be divided in the event of a divorce. Prenups can also ..read more

It goes without saying that spouses never marry with the intent of one day divorcing. However just under half of all marriages in Maryland and across the United States end up dissolving. If something had nearly a 50% chance of happening, wouldn’t it make sense to prepare in advance? This is exactly what prenuptial agreements do. Here are some reasons why a prenuptial agreement can benefit every marriage.  Protection  Dividing property and assets is one of the most contentious parts of the divorce process. Many couples disagree on who gets what. A prenuptial agreement can al ..read more

It’s safe to say that most couples would rather not discuss the end of their marriage before it even takes place. This is a big reason why many couples in Maryland never even consider a prenuptial agreement before they get married. Despite these unfair stigmas, most couples can benefit from prenuptial agreements.   What is a prenuptial agreement?  A prenuptial agreement is basically a written contract between soon-to-be spouses that states what would happen to premarital and marital assets and/or debts in the event of divorce or death. A prenup can also list out the rights and r ..read more

Whether you are already married or you are preparing to marry in the future, you may wonder what will happen if your relationship ends at some point. While no one gets married with the intention of the marriage ending, there are benefits to planning for this possibility. One of the ways you can protect your future interests against this contingency is by drafting a prenuptial agreement or a post-nuptial agreement. These are two different marital contracts that can provide you with confidence and assurance.  With one of these contracts, you can make important decisions in case of a divorce ..read more

Maryland parents know all too well how expensive it can be to care for children. For those who are not in any kind of relationship with their child’s other parent, there is often an added degree of difficulty as they have to try and work with that person to determine how to financially provide for the child over the course of growing up. The United States Department of Agriculture recently released a report that outlines the expense of child-rearing. It found that families who make more money tend to spend more money on their children. While that may not come as a surprise to some, what it sho ..read more

When couples unite in holy matrimony, it’s safe to say they’re not thinking about the day when the marriage ends. Although divorce is something that future spouses in Maryland won’t necessarily want to discuss, it’s something that thousands of people across the country experience every year. Here are some reasons why it is a good idea for all couples to consider getting a prenuptial agreement before walking down the aisle. Financial security and asset protection A prenuptial agreement is basically a contract between couples before marriage to cover how property and assets are to be managed, an ..read more

November is National Adoption Month around the country. Many Maryland families already know how rewarding the miracle of adoption can be, but this month was created to help educate more of the public on this issue. There are many children in need of a loving home and adoption can make that dream a reality. In one out-of-state county, four children recently found their “forever families,” and everyone involved says it feels even more special that the adoptions were finalized during this month. The supervisor in charge of these adoptions says that many children are in the care of Child Protectiv ..read more

For some spouses in Maryland, no amount of advice or counseling is enough to save the marriage. Divorce is not only a challenging process emotionally, it is often a difficult financial hurdle as well. If there was ever a time to be thrifty, it is during a divorce. Here are a few ways to prepare finances and save money amid a divorce. Gather important documents Going through and gathering important documents can be time-consuming and tedious, so it is important to start as soon as possible when divorce is on the horizon. Collect and organize documentation on bank accounts, investments, retireme ..read more