Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Erika Rasure is globally-recognized as a leading consumer economics subject matter expert, ...

Before terminating a marriage, many married couples elect to physically separate. In this context, physical separation often includes moving out of a shared residence, winding up joint bank and debt ...

A lengthy and contentious divorce can be more costly. To save on costs, be realistic about your divorce and compromise when possible. Source: Sayuri Inoue / Canva Pro Divorce often carries substantial ...

Most family lawyers require a retainer up-front in the thousands of dollars, and an hourly rate of $200 to $1,000 per hour.

Feeling stuck with indecision about your relationship is exhausting. Source: Andrea Piacquadio/Pexels Intense emotions are normal during a divorce. It might be the most stressful time you will ever ...

Many couples prefer to separate but avoid making their split final with a divorce, or at least not right away. But maintaining separated status for a prolonged period, sometimes for years after ...