It’s a tough spot to be in. You know, or you’re reasonably sure, that the right move is to leave your Massachusetts marriage, but you don’t have any money. That doesn’t mean you’re stuck. In this article, we’ll talk about ways to prepare financially for the divorce....
Since Massachusetts children do not come with manuals, parents often struggle to determine how to raise mentally strong, well-rounded and successful kids. Some parents are strict, while others are lenient. Some are vigilant, while others are distant. If the...
If you've ever faced a deployment, you know one of the first things you'll be told to do for family readiness is to get a copy of your Massachusetts' spouse's Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) -- and to make sense of it. Even if a deployment isn't on your horizon,...
Wading through the ins and outs of your Social Security benefits can be stressful and confusing after a Massachusetts divorce. But we’re here to help. Read on to learn about three little rules that could help you and your loved ones earn more money during your golden...
Healthy Massachusetts marriages are characterized by mutual honesty, trust, and commitment between people. In a one-sided relationship, however, it often feels like one person is investing most of the energy and effort into making the relationship work. In this type...
It’s a little-known fact, but earnings for Massachusetts active duty military service or active duty training are covered under Social Security and have been since 1957. One of the special benefits military members receive is that it is possible to receive both Social...
For the nearly 80% of Americans who grew up with at least one sibling, that relationship is likely to be more enduring and impactful than nearly any other. But birth order, perceived parental favoritism, age difference and other factors all influence how siblings get...
Here are important cases on the issue of relocating with your Massachusetts child. D.C. v. J.S., 58 Mass. App. Ct. 351 (2003) "Applications for court decision in cases in which a parent seeks to relocate within the Commonwealth should not be routine but are proper...
There will always be someone who can’t see your worth. However, it is necessary to ensure that this person isn’t your partner or significant other. Everyone wants to be in a happy and satisfying Massachusetts marriage. Many people may go to different lengths to...
Money is known to be a point of contention in Massachusetts marriages even when it's being put toward a good cause. Research has found that if you're spending piles of money on your wedding, you're more likely to get divorced. A 2014 study, published in Social Science...