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The Impact of College Expenses on Child Support
“The Child Goes to College But the Bills Stay Home” The law in New York requires the “non-custodial” parent to pay child support to the “custodial” parent until the child is 21 years old. This means the obligation to pay support often extends through some, if not all, of the [...]
Guilt and Consequences
"Think before you take that Guilt Trip." Joe and Mary had been having marital difficulties for some time when they were referred to me by their marriage counselor. Though Joe did not agree, Mary had finally decided that further counseling would not work and that they needed to separate. During [...]
Be Careful Before You Say “I Do” Again
Social Security Benefits and Remarriage Social Security benefits are based upon the amount you earned during your lifetime. In order to be eligible for a benefit, you must pay into the system for at least 10 years. If you are married and do not work enough to qualify for your [...]
Cover Me!
Health Insurance Coverage for Adult Children Extended! Did you know that a new law took effect on September 23, 2010 that allows a parent to provide health insurance for his or her children up to age 26? The law, which applies only if your employer already provides dependent coverage, would [...]