There’s so many components to child support - this blog is intended to share the basics of child support. In last week’s blog I explained the basics of “base child support”, and this article will explain the “extras”. What are the “extras” in child support? First, by way of reminder, child support is divided into 2 basic components – last week we talked about “base support” which is … [Read more...] about Child Support Basics – Part 2 – The Extras
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Child Support Basics – Part 1 – Base Support
There’s so many components to child support - this blog is intended to share the basics of child support. Give us the basics of how child support is calculated Base Support – in this post we’ll focus on this base support. This is the part of child support that covers food, clothing, and shelter. It’s the amount that most people refer to as their “monthly” support that they … [Read more...] about Child Support Basics – Part 1 – Base Support
Top 5 Divorce Myths Debunked
There are so many myths out there about divorce, the divorce process, parenting after divorce, and more. I hear about these every day, and thought I’d take the opportunity to debunk some of these myths! Myth #1 – I need my spouse’s consent to get a divorce This is a myth. In Canada, we have what’s called “no-fault divorce” to get a divorce which means that you don’t need your spouse’s … [Read more...] about Top 5 Divorce Myths Debunked
Effect of Bankruptcy on Separation and Divorce
How does bankruptcy affect on-going child and spousal support in separation and divorce? One of the key aspects of support payments is that they are generally considered non-dischargeable debts. This means that even if an individual is declared bankrupt, they are still legally obligated to continue making support payments. The Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act gives special consideration … [Read more...] about Effect of Bankruptcy on Separation and Divorce
Can you give a General Overview of the Divorce Process
Can I start by saying “it’s complicated”? Many people call our office with a “quick question” or tell us that their situation is “very simple”. While we can keep it simple by effectively managing the conflict and the expectations between separating spouses, very rarely is it “simple”. This blog will give an overview of the divorce process from start to finish, in Canada. Can you … [Read more...] about Can you give a General Overview of the Divorce Process
What is a Guideline Income Report?
A Guideline Income Report is a type of financial document that provides an estimate of a person's earning capacity, often used in the context of legal or financial proceedings. The report is prepared by a financial expert or forensic accountant and is used to assess an individual's potential income for various purposes, such as spousal or child support, personal injury claims, or business … [Read more...] about What is a Guideline Income Report?
Top 6 Questions Asked by Separating & Divorcing Clients
In this blog we will reveal our Top 6 Questions that get asked by separating and divorcing clients. Question 1: I’m separating, what type of professional should I hire, and when should I hire them? The first thing I want to address is the cause and effect nature of this question – for many people, they recognize that they’re separating, and they automatically assume they need to hire a … [Read more...] about Top 6 Questions Asked by Separating & Divorcing Clients
Child Support for Children Pursuing Post-Secondary Education
Allow me to remind you at the outset that this topic is covered by both federal and provincial laws. The federal Divorce Act is for those families who are married and seeking a divorce. The provincial legislation in either Alberta or Saskatchewan that applies to unmarried parents or to married parents who aren’t looking to get a divorce. This blog will cover how it works in each of … [Read more...] about Child Support for Children Pursuing Post-Secondary Education