Despite what some political commentators may think, the average single parent in Kentucky is not receiving excessive amounts of child support. According to the Custodial Mothers and Fathers and Their Child Support report issued by the United State Census Bureau,...
Month: May 2018
Saving for higher education after a divorce
For many Kentucky families, paying for college is a major concern. Parents want to support their children's educational efforts and dreams, but the cost of higher education in the United States can be overwhelming. The College Board reports that tuition for...
Film examines African-American fathers in child support system
According to a documentary by filmmaker Rel Dowdell, "Where's Daddy?", flaws in the child support system disproportionately affect African-American fathers. The Urban Institute reports that 70 percent of child support debt is owed by parents whose income is under...
What causes long-term marriages to end in divorce?
No two relationships are exactly the same. That's why you can never predict whose marriages will last a lifetime and whose will end in divorce, at least not with any certainty. If you have already celebrated your 50th birthday and are contemplating divorce, the first...
Protecting family money with a prenup
Kentucky families who want to protect their family businesses and wealth over the long term may be well-served by making prenuptial agreements a standard part of family financial conversation. For many people considering marriage, discussion of a prenuptial agreement...
Advantages and disadvantages of being the custodial parent
Some parents in Kentucky who are getting a divorce might wonder what is meant by the term "custodial parent". In general, the custodial parent is the one the child lives with more than half the time. However, it is not always that straightforward. A single parent...