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“For the Kids” Nesting Plan — Smart Solution or Stress Machine?

“For the Kids” Nesting Plan — Smart Solution or Stress Machine?

by Catherine Ryan | Dec 12, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

The Pitch Sounds Perfect… Until Real Life Moves In Nesting a.k.a. birdnesting keeps the children in the “nest” while parents rotate in and out.On Instagram, it looks peaceful. In real life, it can be brilliant or a budget-burning stress machine. The difference is not...
She Moved Out—So Why Am I Still Paying for Everything?

She Moved Out—So Why Am I Still Paying for Everything?

by Catherine Ryan | Nov 10, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

The Confusion Starts After the Door Closes It happens all the time. She moves out, but somehow you’re still paying the rent, the car note, the kids’ activities—and maybe even some of her bills. You’re not alone in wondering: “If we’re separated, why am I...
You Said You’d Handle It—Now the Debt Collectors Are Calling Me

You Said You’d Handle It—Now the Debt Collectors Are Calling Me

by Catherine Ryan | Oct 29, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

Ever been told “I’ll take care of it” only to find out they didn’t? You’re not alone—and in Georgia divorce cases, verbal promises don’t carry legal weight when it comes to debt. When Debt Isn’t Just Theirs Anymore Let’s say you’re splitting up. Your ex promises to...
Split Schedules, Split Lives: What Happens When Co-Parenting Turns into Chaos?

Split Schedules, Split Lives: What Happens When Co-Parenting Turns into Chaos?

by Catherine Ryan | Aug 27, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

When co-parenting works, it can be a beautiful thing: structure, routine, and shared love for your children. But what happens when that structure begins to crumble? Split custody can quickly turn into a scheduling warzone, with missed pickups, miscommunication, and...
Can I Change the Custody Agreement If My Ex Moves Out of State?

Can I Change the Custody Agreement If My Ex Moves Out of State?

by Catherine Ryan | Aug 23, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

When Life Changes, Your Parenting Plan Might Need To It’s one thing to co-parent in the same zip code—but what happens when your ex suddenly relocates across the state line (or across the country)? Whether it’s a job, a new relationship, or just a desire for a fresh...
They Cheated—So Why Isn’t the Court Punishing Them?

They Cheated—So Why Isn’t the Court Punishing Them?

by Catherine Ryan | Aug 3, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

You’re hurt. They lied, betrayed you, maybe even tore your family apart—and now you’re told it “doesn’t matter”?How is that fair? Let’s talk about one of the most frustrating realities in Georgia divorce law: infidelity doesn’t always equal legal consequences. But...
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