According to the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC), the current divorce rate in the U.S. is around 42%; as many as 60% of second marriages won’t make it; and third marriages usually end in divorce, 73% of the time.
Alimony, or spousal support, helps the lower-earning spouse maintain their standard of living during the marriage. However, if you believe that paying alimony isn’t justified in your situation, there are several steps on how to avoid paying alimony or potentially reduce the amount.
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