For years you have been one-half of a couple. After the divorce, you will be on your own for the first time in a long while. Seen from the pre-divorce vantage point, the future probably looks a little scary, but your new life does have advantages. Here are five tips...
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Who pays the household debts after divorce?
Assets and debts acquired for a household’s benefit are divided evenly between two spouses during an Arizona divorce. By adding up your community property and subtracting your shared liabilities, you could see how much each spouse may receive and what amount of debt...
Everything you need to know about gray divorce
Although many couples make it to their golden years together, an increasing number of these couples choose to divorce in Arizona. There are many reasons for this, including, infidelity, a change in life goals, and an increased desire for personal happiness. What is a...
Social media use and divorce
In addition to the many detrimental effects of social media, psychologists now understand more about the negative impacts that its use can have on individuals going through a divorce. Here is what you should know about social media and divorce – and why, if you are...
Determining pet ownership in an Arizona divorce
Arizona's divorce statutes require dividing all properties obtained during the marriage equally or as fairly as possible. As reported on the ABC 15 Arizona website, the state laws consider animals as property. If a couple bought or adopted a dog, for example, the...
Where may a spouse seek to hide assets?
When going through a divorce, emotions are often fraught and it is hard to keep track of everything with the stress you undergo. Unfortunately, your spouse may try to take advantage of the chaos and confusion in an effort to hold onto an unequal amount of assets. This...
The dangers of a DIY divorce
In recent decades, people have become enamored with the possibility of completing complex projects by relying on only their own hard work. These “do it yourself” projects, often shortened to simply DIY, can range from minor home renovations to drafting a comprehensive...
What to know about divorcing someone with a mental illness
Arizona is a no-fault divorce state, so you can divorce for any reason. You don't need to prove that the other person is the reason behind the divorce. If your spouse has a mental illness, this influences some of the decisions on property division and child custody,...
The dangers of a DIY divorce
In recent decades, people have become enamored with the possibility of completing complex projects by relying on only their own hard work. These “do it yourself” projects, often shortened to simply DIY, can range from minor home renovations to drafting a comprehensive...
Challenges that can come up during a divorce
Couples in Arizona preparing for or going through a divorce might encounter several challenges along the way. Even in the most amicable divorces, some issues can come up that can potentially derail an otherwise smooth process or that can further complicate an already...

