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> Who Claims Child on Taxes with 50/50 Custody
What Are the Common Tax Benefits Available to Divorced Parents? The two main types of tax benefits available to taxpayers are tax deductions and tax credits. A tax deduction reduces your amount of taxable income. Suppose your total income for the tax year is $75,000, and you can claim $10,000 in deductions. Your total taxable […]
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> How to Get Custody of a Child?
Understanding Child Custody Child custody refers to the legal arrangement and responsibility for the care and upbringing of a child. Custody matters are typically determined during separation or divorce proceedings. It includes legal custody, which involves the right to make important decisions regarding your child’s welfare, such as education and healthcare, and physical custody, which […]
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> Texas 50/50 Custody Bill: Joint Custody & Child Support Guide
l custody, the mother is usually the custodial parent, while the father is the non-custodial parent. The custody schedule often consists of weekends and possibly one weeknight plus rotating holidays. That arrangement does not give the non-custodial parent much time to spend with their children. While the Texas family code does not include a 50/50 […]
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> Georgia Child Custody Laws Explained | Rights & Visitation Guide
Navigating Georgia child custody laws can be one of the most emotionally charged and overwhelming challenges a parent will ever face. The uncertainty about your child’s future and fear of losing precious time with him or her can leave you feeling helpless and stressed. Without a clear understanding of your rights and a solid legal […]
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> Tennessee Child Custody Requirements: Laws, Rights, & Tips
Tennessee’s requirements are strict for both parties when it comes to child custody. The parents must act in the best interests of the children at all times. Tennessee prefers that the parents share parenting time equally but will deviate from that when circumstances warrant. If you believe an impending divorce will result in a custody […]
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> Indiana Child Support: The Effect of Childcare Costs and Health Insurance
In most states, including Indiana, health insurance can be a significant portion of child support. It, as well as child care, is added to the base child support calculated for the minor children. Thus, if your child support obligation is $50 per week and one parent pays $25 per week for health insurance coverage, the […]
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> Indiana Child Custody Laws: FAQs, Guidelines & Legal Advice
Your primary concern as a parent is your child’s well-being and stability. One of the most important things you can do for your child is be there for them. However, that can get complicated when you get divorced. Luckily, Indiana believes strongly in the importance of parenting time for childhood development. Learn about the Indiana […]
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> Nebraska Child Custody Laws: Parenting Plans & Rights Guide
Child custody in Nebraska may be complex if parents are unable to agree on equitable parenting time. If it is necessary to go to court for a custody order, the amount of time you are granted with your children may not be what you had requested. The courts are responsible for determining parenting time that […]
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> Emergency Temporary Child Custody: How Fathers Can Protect Kids
In many custody proceedings, whether through divorce, modification of custody, or simply establishing initial child custody and parentage, there are emergency circumstances where a father can — and should — ask the family court to grant him emergency temporary custody over his minor child. What is Emergency Temporary Custody? An emergency temporary custody order is […]
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