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How to end a marriage without losing all hope for retirement

On behalf of Lutins & Pilgreen, PC posted in Divorce on Monday, March 30, 2020.

Divorce will bring financial changes to a person's life. No matter the financial health of a Virginia couple, both parties will face the need to make adjustments, especially when it comes to retirement. It may be necessary to adjust expectations and planned retirement dates, but it is possible to end a marriage still hold onto to dreams for the golden years.

One important thing to remember is the fact that tax laws can result in unexpected consequences when retaining certain assets or receiving spousal support payments. This is particularly crucial to consider when negotiating a substantial settlement or portion of retirement savings. If these things are not thought through carefully, it is possible for one spouse to be left with a substantial tax burden he or she cannot manage effectively. 

Understanding the types of property crimes

On behalf of Lutins & Pilgreen, PC on Friday, March 27, 2020.

When a person owns property, this means that they have certain rights in regard to this property. If someone else deprives the owner of their property or damages their property in some way, they will likely be committing a crime.

There are several different laws in place that are designed to protect people's property. The following article is an overview of some of the most important of these laws. If you have recently been accused of committing any of the associated crimes, it is important that you take swift action to build your defense.

The divorce process takes a toll on long-term savings

On behalf of Lutins & Pilgreen, PC posted in Divorce on Tuesday, March 24, 2020.

When a Virginia couple decides to end their marriage, they will have to divide all marital assets between them. This includes assets accumulated while married, such as real estate and long-term savings. The divorce process can take a significant toll on retirement savings, which is why it is especially important for anyone who is nearing retirement age to think carefully about all decisions they make.

Gray divorce applies to those ending a marriage and are age 50 and up. It is is especially complicated for those who are planning to stop working in the next 10 to 15 years as they have less time to rebuild savings and adjust plans for their future. They will have to move forward with less savings after dividing assets with the other spouse.

When parents end a marriage, it can negatively impact children

On behalf of Lutins & Pilgreen, PC posted in Divorce on Wednesday, March 18, 2020.

When Virginia parents go through a divorce, the youngest members of the family can suffer mental and emotional distress. When parents end a marriage, it can disrupt young lives and schedules, and it can be hard to transition to a new home and not seeing one parent part of the time. Thankfully, there are things parents can do to minimize the hurt and distress that the youngest members of the family are experiencing.

Parents experience hurt and anger during a divorce, but the children do not need to see it. When they see parents expressing their anger toward one another, it can lead to feelings of insecurity and stress. It can also make them feel like they have to choose one parent over the other. Avoiding name-calling and resolving conflict in a positive way is best for every member of the family, especially the children.

Helpful tips to make co-parenting easier for everyone

On behalf of Lutins & Pilgreen, PC posted in Child custody on Tuesday, March 10, 2020.

Divorce is a difficult process, and it can sometimes have a negative impact on the youngest members of the family. Because parents want to make things easier for kids and provide as much continuity of lifestyle as possible for them, co-parenting is a popular custody choice. This arrangement can work well, but only when two Virginia co-parents commit to working together peacefully and respectfully.

Just because a divorce is final does not mean that the parents will start getting along overnight. Co-parenting takes work, and one of the most helpful things is to remember that children should always be at the center. Keeping the kids as the main priority over temporary feelings and disputes will lay the foundation for better co-parenting. Additionally, parents will find that it also helps when they make decisions together.

It's often best for parents to share custody of a child

On behalf of Lutins & Pilgreen, PC posted in Child custody on Tuesday, March 3, 2020.

Divorce is often hardest on the youngest members of a Virginia family, especially when the two parents cannot agree on how to share parenting time and responsibilities. Child custody is a sensitive topic, and it is not easy to come to a final agreement, frequently leaving the court to decide. There is widespread agreement that it is best when parents share custody of a child to allow the child to maintain strong relationships with both parents. However, there are some who prefer to still give primary custody to the mother.

Mothers are not necessarily any better parents than fathers are, even when the children are young. When a custody order disrupts the relationship between a father and his children, it is not just the father who suffers. Young children, even infants, are capable for forming strong bonds with their fathers, and a lopsided custody agreement can do significant emotional damage to the kids.

How can I deal with depression during divorce?

On behalf of Lutins & Pilgreen, PC on Thursday, February 27, 2020.

Big changes in your life, whether they are good or bad, can potentially lead to depression. This is because big changes lead to the creation of new habits and new ways of looking at the world. If you are going through difficulties in your marriage or you have recently gone through a divorce, you may be experiencing symptoms of depression as a result.

You should not simply ignore these signs. When symptoms of depression are not addressed early on, they may worsen and lead to more serious symptoms. The following are things that you can do if you are suffering from divorce-related depression.

What to think about before divorce when you have kids

On behalf of Lutins & Pilgreen, PC on Wednesday, February 26, 2020.

Many people who are married have children, and parents who are dissatisfied with their marriage may use their children's needs as a reason to stay in the marriage. They may worry that their children will be negatively affected by a divorce, and they would not want to put their children through such an ordeal. Therefore, they may decide to stay in an unhappy marriage.

However, often unhappy marriages lead to toxic conflict and constant fighting between spouses. This can create a lot of tension in the household, and can also have a negative effect on your children. Therefore, avoiding divorce is not always the best outcome for your children. The following are some things that you should think about before divorcing when you have children.

Millennials changing the divorce process by drafting prenups

On behalf of Lutins & Pilgreen, PC posted in Divorce on Monday, February 24, 2020.

In the past, Virginia couples were more likely to get married and have children young, and most couples got married without any type of planning for a potential divorce in the future. Millennials have changed that perspective, with more of these couples opting to wait longer to get married, choosing instead to first cohabititate. They are also changing trends and the divorce process by being more likely to sign a prenuptial agreement before walking down the aisle.

A prenuptial agreement typically outlines how a couple will divide marital property in the event of a divorce in the future, but these contracts are not something that is only beneficial for the wealthy. Millennial couples often use these agreements to say how they will share debt in case of a divorce. Through these agreements, they can also decide how to address potential wealth they will earn in the future.

How to make a co-parenting plan work well

On behalf of Lutins & Pilgreen, PC posted in Child custody on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.

When Virginia parents go through a divorce, children can suffer emotionally and mentally due to changes in schedule and changes in their relationships with their parents. Because of this, many parents opt for a co-parenting arrangement, an option that allows kids to have regular access to both parents. This can be beneficial for the kids, but only if the two parents agree to work together and provide stability and security for the youngest members of the family.

Co-parenting may work well for the kids, but that doesn't mean it will automatically be easy and peaceful for the parents. Because of the nature of this type of custody arrangement, parents have to commit to working together and communicating on a regular basis, which can be hard for two people who just went through a divorce. It is never good for a child to see parents tearing each other down, making it important for parents to support each other and refrain from speaking badly about each other in front of the kids.

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