In 2011, the Massachusetts Legislature passed the Alimony Reform Act, which completed overhauled the alimony laws in Massachusetts. When the Act became effective in March 2012, alimony then became categorized into four different types of alimony. The first, and most common type of alimony is General Alimony. This is the periodic payment of support to…
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What You Should Know About Buying or Selling a Home
Home ownership can provide you with many benefits: secure shelter, a long-term investment, and tax advantages. However, a home is also a major financial commitment. There are ways to avoid costly mistakes that can strain your budget and your patience. This article contains tips to help you avoid problems when buying a home. Affordability A…
5 Reasons Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries Should Consider Divorce Mediation
1. Your dirty laundry is best kept at home, not aired. A courtroom divorce will be public; a mediated divorce will be confidential unless otherwise stipulated. Mediators are bound by confidentiality agreements (the specifics of which may vary from state to state) and cannot divulge personal information shared within the mediation sessions. The courtroom is…
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New Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act
Are you aware of the new Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act that has been signed into law by Governor Patrick? The Act has not been modified since 1974 and the Law becomes effective in March of 2012. The purpose of the new Alimony Reform Act is to spell out the four (4) new types of alimony,…
Massachusetts Alimony Reform Passed
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How to Ask Your Spouse for a Pre-Nup
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