With many Texas couples making plans for Valentine's Day weddings right about now, we thought this would be a good time to discuss prenuptial agreements. While not the most romantic of wedding preparations, a prenup can help a couple codify just what assets and debts...
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Tax considerations for newly-divorced Texans
Texans going through a divorce are likely overwhelmed on many different levels. Many couples neglect to think about how their custody, support and asset division agreements will impact their taxes, but they can -- significantly. The decisions you make after you and...
Why the post-Christmas spike in Google searches for ‘divorce?’
Google searches say a lot about the things that people around the world are interested in as well as their moods, according to researchers who study trends in the most-commonly-searched words and phrases throughout the year. The ups and downs of searches for "divorce"...
Money discussions are essential prior to a prenuptial agreement
There are a number of reasons why Texans make the mistake of not getting a prenuptial agreement. Some consider it akin to planning for failure. Many don't think that they have enough money or other assets to need one. Others don't feel comfortable having the serious...
Can same-sex couples who move to Texas get driver’s licenses?
As we've noted in previous posts, there have been legal challenges to Texas' ban on same-sex marriage, but so far to no avail. After the first of the year, an appeals court will hear a case that contends that our state's ban on these marriages in...
Do child support programs reflect an outdated view of paternity?
The child support system in our country dates back to the 1970s. However, experts contend, it does not reflect today's families or economy. Most of the couples were divorced and had child custody agreements with designated parental responsibilities. Often, just as...
Why Texas ‘gray divorces’ may require financial advisors
Many people 50 and older may not appreciate the term "gray divorce." However, it's widely used since the finding that the divorce rate doubled for people in that age group between 1990 and 2010.People who are past middle age often must consider different issues when...
Ex-wife of oil billionaire may appeal alimony decision
A nearly $1 billion divorce settlement sounds like a win to most people. However, when you're talking about oil money, it's a different story. That's why Sue Ann Hamm is reportedly considering appealing the ruling that ordered her now-former husband, oil billionaire...
Fallout from leaked tape impacting actor’s ability to pay support
The fallout from the release of an audiotape in which actor Stephen Collins allegedly admits to sexually molesting underage girls has harmed the former "7th Heaven" star's career so much that he is no longer able to afford his spousal support payments. That's what the...
How do you get a Texas prenup that stands up in court?
A prenuptial agreement can be a vital tool in protecting your personal assets, your business and your future financial well-being if you and your spouse divorce. However, not all prenups are created equal.If not properly drawn up, some very important provisions, if...