Divorce

Around the nation, including Oklahoma, divorces among older couples are rising. One study found that, in the past twenty years, divorce rates doubled among adults at or over the age of 50. This situation has become so common that people now refer to these...

If you and your spouse are divorcing in Oklahoma and own a home, the question of what to do with the mortgage will be a major concern. Depending on your plans, you have options about what to do with the mortgage if you divorce. Keeping the home and mortgage One of the...

Oklahoma law allows you to receive a portion of the marital estate when your marriage ends. Executive compensation is typically considered part of the marital estate, even if it hasn't been paid. There are several variables to be aware of when accounting for stock...

If you're considering a divorce in Oklahoma, you may want to evaluate the benefits and disadvantages. Each person's situation is unique, so you might want to clearly outline the details of your situation, such as abuse, communication and openness from your spouse to...

Ending your marriage can be one of the most expensive things that you can do as an adult. Although Oklahoma law says that assets will be allocated in an equitable fashion, your net worth may be lower than it was prior to the divorce. In addition, there are a variety...

You may have heard that many Oklahoma couples become restless in their relationships around the eight-year mark. Studies do show that this happens. The average length of a first marriage is eight years with the actual restlessness occurring around the seven-year mark....

A Forbes Advisor survey about divorce had some interesting results. This survey features a variety of questions on the factors that put strain on and led to a couple getting divorced. There is a surprising factor that leads to divorce for couples in Oklahoma and...

Oklahoma residents going through a divorce may be overwhelmed. There are a lot of emotions that go into divorce, as well as logistics that need to be figured out. One of the more overwhelming subjects for many couples includes splitting their financial assets. Many...

Divorce is very common both in Oklahoma and the larger United States. Many people are familiar with the statistic that 50% of marriages end in divorce. New statistics from 2021 might shed some light on that number. History of divorce rates in the United States Divorce...

In Oklahoma, and worldwide, divorce is often seen as a sad thing. This is particularly true for children. However, there are times when the divorce could be beneficial. Recognizing when divorce could be a good thing People who hesitate before leaving a difficult...