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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 Divorce...

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 7...

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...