The OFW Blog

Don't spend $1,000 to fight over a $50 expense.

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0000

It is that not that uncommon to hear a story about divorced parents spending thousands in legal fees to fight over issues like a $200 expense or changes to the parenting schedule over the holidays. How does this happen? Why do otherwise logical and financially responsible people waste so much time and money fighting? Are the children’s best interests always the driving factor when parents engage in costly litigation over issues?

Child Custody Calendar Software

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Your divorce may have started 10 years ago or last month, but as long as you have minor children together, you and your co-parent will need to develop a parenting plan that can work for both of you. Many families are turning to custody software solutions like the OurFamilyWizard website to assist. The OurFamilyWizard website works as an ongoing "living" version of your parenting plan.

Bath Time Struggles

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Getting a child to take a bath falls in the category of getting someone to do something they don’t really care about.

How to Positively Co-parent after Divorce

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Co-parenting is a term used to express the relationship that two individuals, typically a mother and father, have in relation to parenting a child or children after separation or divorce. This relationship is conceptualized separately from the romantic relationship as the parents are no longer living together, yet they maintain a relationship to parent their children.

Red Flags that a Child is Playing Parents Against Each Other

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0000

It does not take some children very long to realize the advantages of playing parents against each other to get what they want. After a few years of being on this earth children start to realize that just because dad said no doesn’t mean that mom will say no (or vice versa). Toddlers often see the world in almost magical terms where they simply ask for something and then it will appear. To children this age, parents are the great providers in charge of giving them anything they need at all times – not matter how difficult.

From Power Struggles to Cooperation

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0000

I’m sure we all remember those toddler days when our kids were really good at saying “no”, running away when it was diaper changing time or throwing a fit because their favorite shirt wasn’t clean and ready to wear. Weren’t they suppose to grow out of this? If you’re still feeling challenged, provoked, threatened or defeated by your child’s behavior, cheer up, you’re not alone! Even though our kids have gained a few years, they can still be experts at successfully engaging us in power struggles.

Punished by Rewards, Motivated by Incentives

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Connection, Connection, Connection

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Many of us know that when it comes to buying a house it’s all about location, location, location. But have you ever heard that when it comes to parenting, it’s all about connection, connection, connection.

Coping with Changeovers as a Co-Parent

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Co-Parenting has proven to be a reliable and consistent method that enables a divorced couple to actively engage and parent children produced from a union; however, co-parenting comes with its own set of problems. These problems can be resolved, and the right advice on co-parenting can make life a lot easier for you and your children.

What Parents Need to Know from the Kids about DIVORCE

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Seven Tips for Planning Summer Holidays: A Co-parenting Guide

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Working out a schedule to accommodate their children’s summer holidays can be a gruelling task for most divorced parents. Co-parents who can work together to meet the individual needs of their children are much more successful with formulating mutually agreed upon plans.

Avoiding Power Struggles

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0000

I do not believe in getting into power struggles with our children. The outcome of getting into a power struggle with our kids is actually a lose-lose proposition. We may win because we have more power, but we lose because the parent-child relationship suffers and we end up in a foul mood. In addition, if we try to win something we can't win ("You are not permitted to be friends with that boy."), we look pretty stupid. I love this example

PICKY Eating: PICK Smart

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Picky eaters have been frustrating parents in households across the world for years. This behavior often leads to temper tantrums and increasing anxiety in the home. When your child refuses to eat broccoli, it seems as if a war has started in your kitchen. Let’s start by defining our picky eater.

What does healthcare reform mean for Divorce?

Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 -0000

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was signed into law on Tuesday, March 23, 2010. The complete details are not yet known as many of the provisions require sweeping overhauls to the way medical insurance has been sold and administered in the United States. As is common in bills of such a large magnitude affecting such a vast cross section of the American Public, this legislation will be enacted over a period of years beginning in June of 2010 and culminating with the final legislated change to take effect in 2018. Following is a summary of what I believe, at first glance, to be the most important portions of the reform for divorcing families.

How do we tell the kids about our divorce?

Mon, 03 May 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Divorce can be a very tough decision for parents to come to, but it can be even more difficult to share the news with your children. So rather than guess, we posted this question to a bunch of family law professionals to see if there was a consensus or at least some guiding prinicples governing how parents should inform their kids about the divorce to minimize the impact.

How do I improve our joint custody arrangement?

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0000

After nearly a decade of working with divorced and separated parents we have come up with tips based on experience to help you make joint custody arrangements work better.

How can you improve parenting time exchanges?

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0000

After a divorce or separation there will be many adjustments for you, your former partner and your children. Of these adjustments, parenting time exchanges is probably one of the most important, yet overlooked activities that parents and children must adapt to. Children learn by watching and listening to their parents, so how parents behave and interact with each other can have a lasting impact on the children.

It's all about the children, great books to help your child cope with divorce

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Children all react to news of a divorce differently. Helping them to understand their feelings and process the emotions they experience can be tricky. It is often hard enough for the adults to deal with, for children it can seem like their world is falling apart. There are a few great resources that do a good job of introducing the topic of divorce and help your child to better understand what it all means at an age appropriate level. There are a lot options that exist, but here are some that we hear regularly recommended:

What can I do to help my attorney and reduce my legal bills?

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Attorney's fees can be very expensive, but there are things that you can do to help keep your overall divorce more affordable. Some common sense and not so common sense things can have a dramatic impact on the amount of billable hours it takes to get your case resolved. Depending on where you live attorney's fees can range from $100 — $1,500 an hour, but the average rate is somewhere in the neighborhood of $250 — $350 an hour. That being said, the biggest contributor to an expensive divorce is extra spent by your professionals doing what you could have done yourself.

Biggest reasons for divorce

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0000

In the USA the divorce rate is between 50-60% and in other countries like the UK it is reported to be even higher. The question then becomes why is the rate so high? Are people getting married knowing that divorce is always there as an option? Does forever have a different meaning in today's society? Not to long ago it was expected that you would get a career and stick with it throughout your life, now the average career position lasts about seven years, has the same thing happened to marriage.

Unmarried Parents and Child Custody Issues

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Most child custody and visitation issues are the result of a divorce, however there are more and more unwed parents who dealing with similar issues. In the case of the unmarried parent, the rules can be very different from state to state. In addition, issues can be compounded by the role of grandparents who seek to be awarded custody or at least visitation with the child.

5 Financial Traps to Avoid

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0000

When you are trying to regain financial health as a single parent, there are some traps that could easily sabotage your efforts. Here are five traps to avoid if you want to maintain a healthy financial status:

10 Debt Management Strategies

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Managing debt can either involve dealing with debt that has already accrued or avoiding it in the first place. These 10 debt management strategies give you the tools you need for sound financial management, no matter what your current situation might be.

Life, Disability and Long-Term Care Insurance

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0000

The top ten life, disability and long-term care insurance features and strategies during divorce that your attorney or financial advisor may not tell you about.

Tough Economy brings more Pro Se litigants.

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0000

The family courts continue to see a large increase in the number of litigants who appear before them "Pro Se" or without legal representation. There are no national numbers tracking this phenomena, but many independent workgroups and investigations have yielded some startling numbers. The numbers sighted below are a few years years old and do not take into account the effect of the decent downturn in the economy. We have heard from some of the professionals that we work with, that the tough economy has only made this problem worse.

Parenting Plans

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Your parenting plan is the piece of the puzzle that is going to inoculate you from most of the causes of the conflict. Your parenting plan must include specifics of the day of the week and the time of the day for the pick up and drop off. Be specific - not after school. If kids are not always in school, we need a time. Sometimes, that actually means when it’s summertime or vacation time. It needs to be absolutely specified so when the police show up, you can say, “Here it is.”...

Making the Right Decision for the Right Reason

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0000

It’s a death or severe accident in the family. It’s a wedding or a birthday. These are events that your children must have an opportunity to be a part of. Family celebrations are a big deal. Things that will happen only once in a lifetime are not going to get a chance to be rearranged. Grandma just dropped tickets for a trip to Europe. It’s a freebie. They’re going to go to Paris they’re going to go to Barcelona and they’re going to go to Greece. Here’s an opportunity for them to see the world and it’s on your week. Are you going to stop them from doing it with the other parent because it’s on your week? I’m sure hoping not but some parents will do that.

What is the difference between an expensive divorce and one that is not? You

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0000

The big question is why do some divorces with kids drag on in court and ring up enormous legal bills? Well, the answer is often more simple than you may think. Both parties involved have a great deal to do with the outcome of their case. Obviously, you cannot control the other parent, but you can control yourself. Your reaction or lack of reaction can greatly impact how your relationship develop under this new family system.

Don't be fooled, it may cost you

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Recently, it has come to our attention that some "competing" service have posted PAID reviews trying to compare themselves to us. The biggest problem with these reviews is that they are so obviously paid, biased, inaccurate and deceptive. But, we cannot control the ethical standards of others.

What we can say is that the Our Family Wizard website is the only site that is being ordered by the courts in contested cases in over 35 states. The reason is simple, the Our Family Wizard website site has proven track history of helping families get past the conflict.

Early Neutral Evaluation from a Financial Expert: Getting an Expert Assessment Before You Litigate

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Early involvement of a neutral financial expert will help parties resolve many financial issues before taking them to litigation. Reducing the number of issues to be argued in court will help attorneys concentrate on the legal issues at hand, reduce attorney fees, move cases along quicker and reduce the burden on our family courts. Proceedings with an expert neutral evaluator will be considered confidential. We encourage direct communication between the adversarial parties about possible claims and supporting evidence. Open and direct communication is particularly important in situations where the parties are far apart in their views.
Topics appropriate for Expert Neutral Evaluation might include;

Surviving Valentine's Day After Divorce

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Valentine's Day can be a tough one, especially fresh after a recent divorce or separation. It can be even more difficult when children are involved and you are the one who is left at home alone. But, if it is not your weekend to have the kids, try to take advantage of it. Here are some tips to help you make the best of a sometimes tough emotional holiday.

EARLY NEUTRAL EVALUATION OF FINANCIAL ISSUES

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Like early neutral evaluation of parenting issues, the opportunity to participate in the early neutral evaluation of financial issues is equally important.

EARLY NEUTRAL EVALUATION OF PARENTING ISSUES

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0000

The advent of early neutral evaluation is a major benefit to families because it offers an alternative to legal wrangling and the huge emotional and financial costs of divorce. Litigation puts families in an adversary process which is the worst possible alternative for parents and children. It is costly and it creates long lasting anger and hostility when parents are encouraged to focus on the other parent’s deficiencies rather than the other parent’s strengths.

Shared or Joint Custody Calendars are Easy with the Right Software.

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Setting up shared parenting schedules can be a tedious and often confusing task. But, using a shared parenting website like the OurFamilyWizard website can make things much more clear and help avoid potential misunderstandings.

Custody Exchanges

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0000

It is not that uncommon to read the headline "Custody Exchange Turns Violent". Everyday parents all over are faced with the issues and stress related making parenting time or custody exchanges with their co-parent. For most families, these exchanges happen all the time without any major issues. However, for a small percentage of the population, these exchanges can erupt to the point where law enforcement becomes involved.

How do I figure out how to live on less money after the divorce?

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Finding ways to stretch the family dollar is often the most difficult task in adjusting to life post divorce. Here is the start of a guide for beginning the process of adjusting to a new cash flow reality.

How to Parent like the President

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0000

A recent article on eHow.com explores what we can learn on the home front from the first family. You may not necessarily agree with their politics, but you can appreciate the approach they have taken to parenting having the world's toughest job.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, more than just a day off

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is about more than just staying home from school, take this opportunity to spend some time with your children to better understand the words and works of such a great man.

Top 20 food trends of 2010

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Eatingwell.com has recently posted an article exploring the biggest food trends for 2010. This list may seem like a lot of common sense, but it will be interesting to see more and more restaurants and grocery stores trying to cater to a more health conscious consumer. Another interesting observation from the list is how the definition of "healthy" is beginning to shift to not only include the type of food, but how it was grown, proximity to the source and portion sizes.

Want to send a donation to Haiti, but don't know which organization to choose?

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Find the right charitable organization for you to donate to the Haitian people: http://bit.ly/5vCh5l

Divorce Triplets - advice for parents about divorce in exactly three words

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Three seems to have magic properties. Something within us is affected by a series of three items, read or spoken. We have come up with a list of some triplets about divorce.

International Divorce Rates

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0000

How does the US compare to other countries in terms of divorce rates? Surprisingly, the US is not at the top of the list according to DivorceMagazine.com.

The biggest misconception about divorce with kids

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0000

When parents begin the process of divorce with children they often have some misconceptions about what life will be like after divorce. The biggest misconception about life after divorce when kids are involved is that you and the other parent will get to go your separate ways. This couldn't be further from the truth.

A concerned dad with a promiscuous ex

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0000

“My ex-wife goes on dates or has men over almost every night. If it is her night with the kids, she will get a sitter or have the men over to the house with the kids there. She has already dated many men and claims, “to be in love” with each one. Each relationship lasts less than three months and then she moves on to the next. She allows these men to spend the night, even when kids are with her. I am very upset and concerned..."

Teaching your kids money management skills

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Kids need to learn about money management as early as possible. Children need to learn what money is and how it works. One thing that needs to be instilled at an early age is how to handle the emotions that arise from having or not having money. It is important for people to learn how to handle money issues in a calm and rational way.

Make 2010 the year for family.

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0000

Every year people setup resolutions to help improve themselves. Let's make 2010 the year that we return to family. It is very easy to forget how important and amazing a family can be, but, like anything, you will get out what you put in.

"Girls Night Out" or "Guys Night" have always been popular, but how about bringing back "Family Night". Try to set aside a night that you can spend with your loved ones to do something, also try to do something that doesn't involve the TV. It may be a card tournament or a board game or maybe its skiing or ice skating, but get involved in something with your family. Maybe even get the extended family involved.

Ten financial strategies to consider during your divorce that your attorney may not tell you about

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Ten financial strategies to consider during your divorce that your attorney may not tell you about. Being prepared and educated is the best way to avoid the common financial pitfalls associated with divorce.

New Year's Eve party with the kids?

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

On New Year's Eve most children get stuck with a babysitter, but you can have a party that both you and your children can enjoy even if the kids don't make it to midnight. You may choose to keep your event to the immediate family or you may want to invite extended family and friends.

A Dozen New Year's Resolutions for the Divorced Parent

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

As the new year approaches the age old tradition of setting a resolution to improve yourself is also approaching. What will your new year's resolution be this year. If you are a parent that has recently been through a divorce or separation, you may want to try something other than loosing weight or quitting smoking this year. This may be your year to set a resolution focused on improving your child's life.

Find your halfway meeting point with Meetways

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

After a divorce or separation, it becomes necessary for parents to coordinate a place and time to make parenting time exchanges for the children. When parents live near each other this is not usually a problem. But, when there is some distance between parents finding a meeting place in the middle can be difficult. A new web service called Meetways is making this much easier.

Post Divorce Financial Checklist

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

After a divorce or separation it is important to keep on top of your financial game, here is a list of things you should consider after a divorce to get your financial health back in order.

Child-Centered Divorce Audio Coaching Program

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

I don’t have to tell you how complex and frustrating the divorce process can be. And when you add innocent children to the mix, you know the consequences! As a parent you have to be extremely careful to safeguard everyone’s physical, emotional and psychological needs. And that’s never easy.

Kideos, the premier destination for kids to safely watch videos online

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Finding content that is appropriate for children can be very challenging for parents. Sites like Youtube and Vimeo contain lots of great content, but much of it is not appropriate for children. We stumbled onto a site called Kideos.com. Kideos is the premier destination for kids to safely watch videos online. Each video on Kideos has been screened by their Video Advisory Council before it makes it onto the site.

Free or cheap things to do with your kids when its winter and cold outside

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

It can be difficult sometimes to find free or affordable things to do with your children in the winter, especially if you live in a cold state.

Creating your own holiday traditions after divorce

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

After a divorce or separation, creating holiday traditions can become very difficult. Both parents want to spend as much time with the children as possible. For this reason, it is a good to create stable patterns that a child can come to depend on.

Finding those hard to find gifts

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

While doing some browsing, we came across a site called the hot toys of 2009. The thing that makes this site neat is that the have a listing of all of the most in demand toys with where they are still available.

Child Custody

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

While I am a strong advocate of shared parenting - it worked very successfully for me - I do not believe it's the right or only answer for everyone. Because every situation is different when it comes to divorce, I certainly don't believe legislation should be determining child custody outcomes for any family. These are issues that caring, conscious parents should be deciding together with only one goal in mind - the very best interest of their children.

Co-parenting with a litigious ex

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Are child custody evaluations helpful? Most parents figure out custody and co-parenting out on their own. Unfortunately, there are situations where one party is extremely difficult or there are extraordinary issues that prohibit the cooperative process. In these regrettable situations, a third party (often a psychologist) is the only solution to help the divorcing or co-parenting parents come to an agreement. The prevailing custody standard is "in the best interest of the child."

Treatment Strategies for Children of Divorce

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

As much as getting divorced is difficult and stressful for husbands and wives, it is particularly distressing for their children. Because children lack the maturity, wisdom and experience of adults (and being out of the information loop), this limited ability to comprehend their parents' divorce can be both frightening and anxiety provoking to them.

A Smart Solution for Court Ordered Life Insurance

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Often times, divorce is accompanied with a wide range of financial requirements—attorney bills, court fees, child support obligations, and court ordered financial obligations. A common requirement when minor children are involved is for the non-custodial parent (or former “bread winner”) to maintain life insurance for the benefit of the custodial parent for a certain period of time.

Parenting Time Enforcement

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

The enforcement of parenting time varies from state to state. An easy way to find out more about your state's enforcement policies and procedures in to enter "parenting time enforcement" and your state's name into a search engine, you can usually find some pretty good information on the first page of results. However, there are some pretty general things that you should probably know.

Interpersonal Conflict and Effective Communication

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Conflict between people is a fact of life – and it’s not necessarily a bad thing. In fact, a relationship with frequent conflict may be healthier than one with no observable conflict. Conflicts occur at all levels of interaction – at work, among friends, within families and between relationship partners. When conflict occurs, the relationship may be weakened or strengthened. Thus, conflict is a critical event in the course of a relationship. Conflict can cause resentment, hostility and perhaps the ending of the relationship. If it is handled well, however, conflict can be productive – leading to deeper understanding, mutual respect and closeness. Whether a relationship is healthy or unhealthy depends not so much on the number of conflicts between participants, but on how the conflicts are resolved.

Tips for dealing with the ex-factor

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

The process of blending family brings confusion and surprises into many moments. The process may also lead to moments of "blender brain," when it appears there is no solution, no end in sight and nothing you can do to eliminate the obstacles you face.

Child-Centered Divorce: Learning from the Mistakes of Others

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Over the years there have been endless studies on the effects of divorce on parents and children. Some of the results are controversial. Others seem to be universally accepted as relevant and real. Here are a few of my perceptions from studies on children who experience divorce that I believe all of us, as parents, should take to heart.

Stepfamily Dynamics

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Here is some advice to help you with improving step family dynamics. Improving the way a step family operates can be made much more simple by controlling expectations and avoiding misunderstandings.

Parenting Time Tips

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Here are some tips to help make parenting time go more smoothly for you, your children and the other parent. Anything that can be done to improve a divorce or separation will dramatically impact all those involved. It is amazing how the little things can make all the difference.

Women: Get The Most Out of Life After Divorce

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Once women put fears in the rear view mirror and advance forward, we naturally find inner happiness that is far greater and longer lasting, than receiving a new hair style or purchasing a current wardrobe. Your inner beauty is yours, and no one can take this authenticity away from you. Your success is yours as well. Today you understand, deep in your core, that there are no limits to your personal and professional accomplishments.

The Ex-element

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Ex-partners are not ex-parents. Studies that indicate that divorce is inevitably destructive to children are not accurate. These results do not take into account the mediating effects such as pre and post divorce relationships, including co-parenting.

Parenting time modifications

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Often modification must be made to the existing parenting time schedules. The ease of making these parenting time modifications will depend on a set of parents relationship with each other.

Six Defensive Reactions

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

When someone says or does something to make us feel put down, hurt, frustrated, or angry, we may feel attacked and try to protect ourselves by using one or more of these six defensive reactions. When we get defensive, we get into power struggles, which causes many unnecessary, destructive conflicts.

Protecting Credit During Divorce

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Chances are you know someone who is facing the challenges of divorce. Going through this process can be emotionally and financially difficult. Failing to address important credit issues, however, will only make things worse.

Powerful Non-Defensive Communication

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Tools to help you communicate honestly without getting defensive or involved in power struggle.

Pointers for parents

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

The fact that parents are divorced should not keep special occasions such as holidays and birthdays from being joyous events-if both parents commit to shared planning, scheduling and coordination.

Permission to travel out of state with a minor child

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

After a divorce, things can become more difficult for all members of a family. One area that can lead to major problems are issues regarding travel out of state.

First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Extended

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Extended Into 2010!

Plus...A New Tax Credit for Certain Existing Home Owners!

Custody Battles

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Far to often, child custody battles can become the centerpiece of a bitter divorce. Child custody battles are usually the result of an inability to come to an agreement in regards to custody arrangements and often require the case to go to trial.

What to look for in the right divorce software and tools

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Here is a handy checklist for finding the right tool to help manage your joint custody or shared custody relationship. Don't get fooled into using something that won't really work.

Halloween Freebies and Deals

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Many companies do promotions during Halloween, here is a brief list of some things you may be able to take advantage of.

Permissive, Authoritarian and Balanced Parenting Styles

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Permissive, Authoritarian and balanced parenting styles, what is the best for you child?

Visitation Guidelines

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Visitation guidelines vary from state to state and can be adapted by the courts to serve the best interests of the child.

The Mediator's choice

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Mediate.com is the world’s leading mediation web site.

Welcome home to your custody battle.

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Troops returning home from tours of duty are finding themselves in custody battles they didn't even know existed.

American jailed in Japan for trying to reclaim his abducted children

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Highlights of the story:

American dad tries to snatch kids from ex-wife who abducted them
She is a fugitive in Tennessee, but has broken no law in Japan
Father, who has legal custody in U.S., charged in Japan with abduction
Japan is not a signatory to Hague Convention on child abduction

Know what "they" know about you

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Get your credit report and background check for free!

Free E-Course on High Conflict Parenting

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0000

A series of 8 emails (maybe more later if I feel like it!) delivered about two a week. Short readings, followed by simple exercises designed to help you to understand more about your own situation, and to give you tools on how to improve your situation.

Early Neutral Evaluations

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Hennepin county courts are using Early Neutral Evaluations to help get separating couples on the right path.

Children's watch allows you to track your kids with google maps

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Children's watch with Google maps tracking system

Indiana court rejects same-sex divorce

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Indiana court rejects same-sex divorce, Judge says state law does not allow same-sex divorces

How not to act like Kanye

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0000

How to use Kanye West's recent outburst to teach your children an important lesson.

Yoga for kids

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Their have been many different classes aimed at family yoga or "mommy and me", however now there are classes being taught all over the country aimed at children only.

War Causes Casualties at Home

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0000

With thousands of soldiers away on tours of duty in the Middle East, the casualties are mounting here on the home front. But the damage I'm speaking of isn't bullet wounds and burns, it's a rising divorce rate amongst military couples.

How does divorce effect children?

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Divorce can be a very traumatic experience for a child to go through. Even if the divorce is amicable and the parents get along, children can become confused and frustrated with the division of their stability.

Looking for the perfect break-up gift?

Wed, 27 May 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Maybe you were married, maybe you weren't, either way sometimes you need the right way to say "not anymore", there is a website online that specializes in break-up related gifts and such.

Free computer camps for kids all across the USA

Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 -0000

Whether you are divorced or not, summer break can become stressful. It can be very difficult to come up with activities that are affordable, yet fun and educational for your children. Especially, in these tough economic times.

Breaking up is hard to do in this economy, Divorces stall as economy cuts ability to split

Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 -0000

According to an article on the Courier news, more and more couples who are considering a divorce are faced with the realities of their financial situation. According to the article, "The recession also has made it more difficult for parties to come to agreements on terms. "Many of these families had trouble making ends meet when husband and wife were combining incomes," Kostelny said. "And now with a divorce, it is that much harder.""

A professional organization every family law professional should know about.

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 -0000

A professional organization every family law professional should know about.

The divorce ring?

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 -0000

A new phenomena that has appeared, the divorce ring.

Jon and Kate plus 8 divorce? True or not, they are a family in need of the OurFamilyWizard website.

Fri, 08 May 2009 00:00:00 -0000

There has been a lot of publicity surrounding the stars of Jon and Kate plus Eight. There are all kinds to rumors about infidelity and the possibility of divorce. But, regardless of what really happened and what will happen, this is a family in dire need of the OurFamilyWizard website.

Incredible resource for never married parents

Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 -0000

ProundtoParent.org is a free, confidential, and eye-opening website for parents never married to each other

Here Is A Perfect Example Of When Debt Settlement Might Have Helped, Before It Was To Late.

Mon, 04 May 2009 00:00:00 -0000

People are constantly being sold a bill of goods, because they are not told their are other debt relief options, aside from bankruptcy and consumer credit counseling through a non profit.