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Divorce can be an expensive process and it’s understandable that you might be looking at how to reduce the cost of your separation or divorce.   Here are 6 simple things that can help you reduce the cost of your divorce.   Gather Information   Get as...

Divorce is rarely a walk in the park. It can be emotional, exhausting, heartbreaking and even depressing. But it can also turn nasty if one or both of you can’t find a mutually agreeable way forward.   Here are some tips on what do if your divorce gets nasty....

There’s plenty of advice for women when it comes to separation and divorce, but what about men? Sometimes it feels like men are left to their own devices when it comes to separating and getting divorced, but the truth is they experience the same range of emotions that...

Separation isn’t easy. It can be one of the toughest things to go through in life, but there are some simple ways that you can make it easier on yourself and your children. Here are our suggestions of ways to help you through a separation.   Don’t Go It Alone...

When you’re going through a separation or a divorce, there are so many things to think about. Sometimes taking care of yourself is pretty low on your priority list. If you don’t look after yourself though, you may find yourself struggling with other areas of your...

How much does a divorce cost? It’s a question many people ask and unfortunately there is no straightforward answer. How much a divorce costs will depend on a variety of factors. These will include, but are not limited to, whether or not you engage a lawyer, the hourly...

If you’re getting a divorce, you might be worried about the cost and the stress of getting divorced through the Courts. But there are ways that you can avoid court proceedings in a divorce – here are just a few of them.   Ways To Avoid Court Proceedings In A...

Let’s face it – your first Valentine’s Day after your divorce or separation isn’t something you probably look forward to. But instead of dreading it, there are heaps of ways you could choose to still celebrate and enjoy it. Here are some of our favourite ideas on how...

Before you make a decision to separate, there are some important things you need to consider. From where you’ll live, to how you’ll manage as a single parent if you have children, and how you’re going to cope financially, deciding to separate is not a decision that...

When you’re going through a separation, there are a whole host of things to think about. Where you’ll live, who gets what, who’ll take care of the kids and when, the list can be endless. But some of the most important things to think about are the financial...

So you’ve decided you want a divorce. Now what? It can be emotionally draining to come to the conclusion that you want a divorce but, once that decision is made, you need to start preparing for the road ahead. Here are some of the key things you need to consider once...

If you’ve tried mediation and been unable to come to a mutual agreement, the next logical step may be arbitration – appointing a suitably qualified person to determine financial issues for you. But how do you choose the right arbitrator for your case?   Here are...

Today on the blog we’re asking: “Can you relocate after a separation?” It’s not uncommon for parents to move after a separation or divorce. There are many reasons why a parent would want to relocate after separation or divorce – family support, work opportunities or,...

During a divorce, it’s likely that the family’s assets will be divided between the parties involved – this could include savings, the house, superannuation, business interests, cars and other material possessions. But did you know that an inheritance received before...