Who pays the mortgage during a divorce?
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Who pays the mortgage during a divorce?
Typically, mortgage debt is assigned to the spouse who makes significantly more than the other spouse. Or it goes to the spouse who is awarded full custody of the children. In those cases, one party will be required to buy out the other’s equity in the home.
Can you divorce and still live in the same house?
Traditionally, when a couple decides to end their marriage, one of the first steps is for one or both spouses to find a new place to live. However, there are reasons why a couple may continue to live under the same roof even after deciding to divorce. In most states, divorcing couples are allowed to live together.
What happens if ex doesn’t follow court order?
If the judge finds your ex has been blatantly disobeying orders of the court, he or she may be found guilty of contempt of court and could face time in jail, fines, or other penalties. If your ex is failing to follow the custody orders of the court, contact an experienced family law attorney today.
What can I do if my ex is not following parenting plan?
The 10 steps that you can take if the other parent isn’t following the Parenting Plan are:
- Re-Read your Parenting Plan again carefully before going to court.
- Follow your part of the Plan.
- Talk to a lawyer before going to court.
- Follow the advice of your lawyer.
- Go to mediation, if appropriate.
- Gather evidence.
What can I do if my ex breaks a court order?
If a party persistently breaches a contact order they may be held to be in contempt of court and could be committed to prison or fined. It would be advisable to seek legal advice about your situation before making an application.
How serious is contempt of court?
Being found in contempt of a court order is extremely serious, and the sanctions imposed can be severe. The court will require clear and concrete evidence of willful disobedience of the court order.
