Married couples that have been together for 30 or 40 years are often viewed as having a strong union. However, this is not always the case. Grey divorces have been on the rise over recent years, even when divorce rates have been on the decline in general. There are...
How joint custody arrangements benefit children of divorce
When you and your significant other part ways and share children together, you may decide to have one parent assume primary custody, or you may decide to split custody between you. For some, joint custody arrangements are ideal, because they give a child an...
The length of your marriage could cause challenges
When you and your spouse have been married for a significant number of years and both of you are nearing retirement or have already retired, the risks you face are especially unique. While these same risks may be somewhat stressful for a younger couple going through a...
How does South Carolina determine child support?
When parents divorce, both individuals remain responsible for providing final support to any minor children they share. In South Carolina, the Department of Social Services determines and enforces child support payments. Learn how the state determines the amount of...
Thinking of divorce? Consider taking a break from social media
From Instagram and Snapchat to YouTube and Twitter, more and more Americans are embracing social media platforms as places to express themselves, share life stories and connect with family and friends. One recent Pew Research Center study found that, of the nearly 70%...
Understanding sweat equity
One of the reasons property is considered marital property under South Carolina law is that both spouses have contributed money towards purchasing it. So you might think that if you have property that your spouse never paid for or contributed any money into, it cannot...
How should you prepare for a child custody evaluation?
One of the most stressful factors of your pending divorce may be the reality that your children may not be permanently in your care depending on the outcome of child custody negotiations. While you can certainly do your part to demonstrate why you would be an ideal...
Gray divorce and the financial impact on women
If you are one of the many people in South Carolina who is over the age of 50, you may likely have never thought that divorce would be something you would be facing at this time of your life. However, the rate of divorce among people in their 50s, 60s and even beyond...
How your divorce affects your Myrtle Beach timeshare
With miles of seashore, dozens of delicious restaurants and tons of entertainment options, Myrtle Beach is a vacationer’s dream. If you love the coastal region of South Carolina, you and your spouse may have decided to purchase a timeshare. Of course, during your...
Equitable distribution vs. community property, and divorce in SC
When a couple divorces, states require the parties to distribute assets in one of two ways: Through equitable distribution or community property distribution. According to FindLaw, South Carolina is one of 41 states to have adopted equitable distribution laws. Per...
