Divorce and Finances

Aug 17, 2021

Selling the Marital Residence

Dividing Finances, Divorce and Finances, Divorce and the Home

For many couples in divorce, the marital residence is their largest asset. That means whatever decision is made with regard to its ultimate disposition in the divorce must be thoughtfully considered from every possible perspective. If the decision is made that it should be sold, then management of the sale is vitally important.

Jul 21, 2021

The Mortgage Adjustment in the Child Support Calculation

Divorce and Children, Divorce and Finances

Debbie Schneider, Esq. an attorney-mediator at Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation speaks with Georganne Ford about the Pennsylvania Child Support Guidelines provision called the Mortgage Adjustment.

Jun 1, 2021

Alimony in Pennsylvania

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Alimony is a post-divorce payment that one spouse makes to the other spouse. It is fairly common in a divorce action for the spouse who earns less to make a claim for alimony. Alimony payments are ordered in cases to smooth the transition for the party who earns less and/or assist in securing their financial future.

Mar 11, 2021

Reverse Mortgage: When is it a Good Option ?

Dividing Finances, Divorce and Finances, Divorce and the Home

Jason Eichmiller, reverse mortgage specialist at Reverse Mortgage Reality, has helped thousands of clients find the right solution for their situation. When a couple in …

Debbie Schneider, Esq. Divorce After 50: Retirement and Pensions

Feb 19, 2021

The Importance of Prenuptial Agreements in Remarriage

Divorce and Finances

Never Say Never to Remarriage When my Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation clients are completing their mediation program, and finalizing their divorces, they are also …

Dec 10, 2020

Divorce after 50 – Retirement and Pensions

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For couples over the age of 50, retirement and pension accounts can play a significant role in a divorce settlement. Educate Yourself about Retirement Accounts …

Michael Hughes, attorney-mediator at Alpha center for Divorce Mediation

Aug 20, 2020

How to Calculate Alimony in Pennsylvania

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What is the Purpose of Alimony? First, let’s define alimony. Alimony is a post-divorce payment that one divorced spouse makes to the other. It is …

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May 15, 2020

Can I keep my inheritance in my divorce?

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It depends. The 1980 revision of the Pennsylvania Divorce Code created equitable distribution. Equitable distribution means that all assets and liabilities – your finances and …

Apr 10, 2020

COVID-19 – Is it the Right Time to File for a Modification of Support?

Child Support Mediation, Divorce and Children, Divorce and Finances, Financial Planning

We are all dealing with different issues during the Covid-19 crisis. Many in Pennsylvania and our country are facing layoffs or have lost their jobs. …