On behalf of The Walters Law Group, Ltd. posted in Divorce on Wednesday, October 30, 2013. Divorce proceedings can be complicated and divisive, particularly when it comes to custodial and financial issues. While some separating couples are able to agree on most matters, not every divorce proceeds this smoothly. Experts are therefore often used to help resolve certain conflicts. These professionals
Month: October 2013
On behalf of The Walters Law Group, Ltd. posted in Divorce on Tuesday, October 22, 2013. Illinois residents thinking about a divorce should consider asking themselves a few questions ending their marriage. Advance planning can cut down on the mistakes people getting divorced make. For openers, a person should meet with a financial planner to understand their financial picture
On behalf of The Walters Law Group, Ltd. posted in Divorce on Friday, October 18, 2013. As difficult as custody and child support issues can be for a couple when they are getting a divorce, the subject can become even more complex if the parents were never married. This can be especially so for unwed fathers. There are many
On behalf of The Walters Law Group, Ltd. posted in Family Law on Wednesday, October 16, 2013. Illinois residents may have heard that while the IRS has stated that it will allow same-sex couples to file joint federal tax returns, in early October, some states moved to disrupt such trends at lower levels. In places like Kansas and North
On behalf of The Walters Law Group, Ltd. posted in Divorce on Monday, October 14, 2013. Divorce can take huge emotional toll on an individual, but it does not have to be a financial burden. Individuals who are in a marriage that isn’t working out might want to take a few simple steps to protect themselves financially. First, individuals
On behalf of The Walters Law Group, Ltd. posted in Divorce on Wednesday, October 9, 2013. Illinois residents going through a divorce know that there is often bitterness between the parties when a marriage is breaking up. This can be especially true if the decision to file for the divorce is the result of the infidelity of one of the spouses.
On behalf of The Walters Law Group, Ltd. posted in Divorce on Friday, October 4, 2013. A relatively new financial planning tool known as a reverse mortgage has recently increased in popularity in Illinois and elsewhere. This type of loan may benefit an older homeowner that is going through a divorce. A reverse mortgage allows individuals who are 62 or
On behalf of The Walters Law Group, Ltd. posted in Child Custody on Tuesday, October 1, 2013. Illinois residents might be confused about how divorce affects financial aid. Some parents might not know which parent should file the Free Application for Financial Aid, which is required for their children to get federal financial aid. The rules for seeking financial
