Category Archives: Alimony
Alimony Isn’t Forever Unless It Is The Financially Disadvantaged Spouse’s Only Possible Source Of Financial Support
You have probably heard people complain bitterly about having to pay court-ordered alimony to the ex-spouse that they blame for ruining their finances before and after the divorce, but you should not let the horror stories you have heard from other people make you assume the worst about the outcome of your divorce. You… Read More »
The Fight Over Alimony Continues in Florida
There is no question that alimony (also known as “maintenance” in Florida) is becoming an increasingly controversial issue, especially as alimony payments are awarded less and less every day, and some special interest groups are fighting to get rid of it altogether throughout the state. Enforcement of these payments has also become extremely limited,… Read More »
With Alimony Payment Tax Deduction Disappearing, Many Couples Are Rushing To Finalize Divorce
A number of Americans are rushing to get a divorce before the end of 2018, and with good reason: As of 2019, when the new tax law (the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” or “Act”) goes into effect, alimony payments will no longer be tax-deductible for the payer. Some experts are predicting that this… Read More »
