Marriage

Straight Forward Advice On Marriage That Works

Let’s face it; if you’re looking for advice on marriage, you could spend DAYS researching on the internet without even scratching the surface of all the marriage advice that’s out there. But the sad fact is, that’s what most people in your situation do…they RESEARCH…but never ACT on the concepts and ideas they learn about because they come up with…

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Parenting

Do You Need Childcare When You Work At Home

Many parents decide to work at home because they want more time with their families. They hope to be able to take care of their kids themselves rather than pay for any sort of childcare. But is this really practical? The answer really depends on your situation. There are a lot of factors to consider when taking a realistic look…

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Taxes

Deducting Alimony Payments

Over 50% of marriages end in divorce in the United States. Many divorce decrees include provisions for the payment of alimony. The IRS takes the position that such payments constitute a form of income and create an alimony tax deduction for the person making payments. According to the IRS, alimony payments are taxable to the recipient in the year received.…

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Divorce

Prevent Divorce Basics

Your marriage is in trouble, and you know that even though you want to get it all over with that you still love your partner and that you will probably regret your actions in the near future, the action needed is clear- you need to prevent divorce. Divorce is not the answer, and rushing into one is a big mistake,…

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Relationships

Quiz Are You And Your Spouse Best Friends

Lot of discussion takes place about the difference between friendship and marriage. Two good friends marry at times. But what about married partners, do they become good friends? What are the qualities of friendship that are not found in a marriage ideally every married couple should be best friend of each other. They should share all their secrets, their problems,…

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Travel Leisure

Business Travel With The Wife

If you are an infrequent traveler you may need some tips to keep the wife happy while you are jet setting around the globe. Many individuals do not realize the tolls that traveling can have on married life. Occasionally your travels are going to take you to a location that your spouse would love to attend. You may be servicing…

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Weddings

4 Tips To Help Write Personal Wedding Vows

A person’s wedding is one of the most memorable, important, and high points in an individual’s life. At a time when a man and a woman want to make the ultimate commitment to spend the rest of their lives together, the desire to have personalized vows is certainly understandable. This is one of the most unique and special days in…

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Wealth Building

What S A Divorce Got To Do With Your Mortgage Refinance

“Love is lovelier the second time around”, croons a Sinatra CD in the background. In your case, it’s about falling in love with another, bidding your old flame adieu and getting a mortgage refinance to put the divorce to rest. When Love is Gone When love leaves, the travails of married couples begin. Everything about their partner is gross, unappealing,…

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Divorce

Divorce And Hidden Assets

Not surprisingly, assets are often hidden in a divorce situation. Why – well simply greed, or the feelings of betrayal or anger at the need to divide assets in the divorce, or the fear of not having enough after the divorce all motivate the behavior of hiding assets. In divorce, the parties assets are divided. Under the divorce laws of…

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Relationships

Romantic Gifts To Show You Care

We all buy gifts for our spouses. These are often gifts given on holidays or special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, or Christmas. Sometimes we even give gifts to say that we are sorry after an argument. But why not give a gift just because? The best gifts given in a relationship are gifts that simply let your spouse know…

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