Can I purchase a home while going through a divorce?

Can I purchase a home while going through a divorce?

You can buy a house while getting divorced, but before you do, you should ask yourself whether it's a good idea. There are risks and complications involved in purchasing a home before your divorce is finalized that completely disappear if you wait until after its complete to make the purchase.

How long does it take for a divorce to be finalized in Alabama?

about 6-10 weeksAn uncontested divorce usually takes about 6-10 weeks after everything has been signed by both spouses and filed with the court. A contested divorce can take anywhere from 30 days to months or years, depending on if there is a trial or not.

How long you have to be married to get half of everything?

Divorce After 10 Years of Marriage The amount of spousal support is not equal to half of the paying spouse's wages. It is instead determined based on each spouse's income and living expenses and a host of other factors. Click here to read more about spousal support in California.