Divorce ranks second just behind death of a spouse as the life event most likely to contribute to stress-related health issues on a commonly used risk scale. Legally untying a knot can be stressful for Ohio couples at any age and more so for adults 50 and over. Part...
Getting ready for divorce: Handling finances
In 2015, statistics showed that 3.4 percent of married Americans went through a divorce. Many of them went through the divorces without considering how their situation would impact their finances. Even in cases where divorce is amicable, finances can play a role in...
Lack of hope may doom a marriage
Marriages in Ohio and elsewhere are more likely to last when both parties to the relationship are hopeful about its future. This hypothesis was tested in a 1992 study conducted by the University of Washington. It found that hopelessness in a relationship can also lead...
Here’s what you shouldn’t include in your will
If you're making a will, you may believe that it can cover everything you want to do when you pass away. The reality is that there are some things you should not include in your will, because it won't govern your property or wishes accurately. The trouble is that some...
What can you accomplish with an irrevocable living trust?
If you, like so many others across Ohio, have worked hard for years to build up your wealth and assets, you may be starting to think about how you might best preserve your wealth for your children or other loved ones. While you probably have numerous options at your...
