A Bad Economy Makes for Better Divorces
May 31, 2009 by Jennifer Chait
Filed under family
There was a totally interesting piece recently in the Charleston Daily Mail. The piece, Divorcing couples in hard times try to save money, discusses how hard economics may make for a less messy divorce due to both parties not wanting to waste money on fighting it out in court.
Because of the economy, raised home costs, retirement issues, and more, couples are seemingly willing to go the distance to keep things chill. For example, not go to court at all, not fight so much when they are in court, and maybe even live together as they divorce. It’s an interesting perk of this sad economy for sure and very much worth a read.
On the flip side, divorcing or splitting up at all is far less financially sound then staying together (except for in cases where, say one person is an addicted shopper or gambler). If you’re more interested in staying together for happiness and your budget’s sake, take a look at the following…
- Avoid breaking up over money issues
- Financially Compatible Spouses & Partners
- 10 Budget Tips for Couples
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