by Cristi McMurdie | Jan 21, 2025 | Divorce, family law tempe az, Finances, Taxes
For divorced parents in Arizona, understanding how to handle tax benefits like the Child Tax Credit (CTC) and Earned Income Credit (EIC) is essential. These credits can provide much-needed financial support, however knowing who is entitled to claim them—and ensuring...
by Cristi McMurdie | Dec 31, 2024 | Adoption, Child Custody, Co-Parenting, Collaborative Practice, Divorce, Finances, Parental Rights, Property Division, step-parent adoption, Taxes
As we close out 2024, based upon our analytics we wanted to share with you highlights from this year’s most popular and impactful blog posts. At McMurdie Law & Mediation, we’ve covered a wide range of family law topics, offering insights to help families address...
by Cristi McMurdie | Jan 15, 2024 | Divorce, Finances, Taxes
Confronting your federal and state tax filings as a recently divorced parent brings forth a myriad of considerations, especially when it comes to filing taxes with dependent children in the equation. The complexities of claiming dependents, Child Tax Credits, and...
by Cristi McMurdie | Mar 31, 2023 | Divorce, Finances, Scottsdale Divorce Lawyer, Taxes
Taxes are scary enough but to add this into your divorce is the last thing you want to deal with. Good news is that there are ways to manage your unpaid tax debts. Understanding how taxes affect your divorce and how to handle tax debts in the process can help ensure...
by Cristi McMurdie | Feb 27, 2023 | Divorce, Finances, Taxes, Tempe Divorce Lawyer
As the parent of one or more minor children, you have “a lot on your plate”. If you’re recently divorced or going through a divorce, taxes can present a tricky financial situation. Divorced parents need to be aware of the tax implications related to their...
by Cristi McMurdie | Jan 17, 2022 | Divorce, Finances, Taxes, Tempe Divorce Lawyer
The holidays are over, and the next season is upon us…tax season. Separating your financial life because of divorce is challenging and often complex. It is especially difficult to deal with the financial aspects, including tax filing. Avoiding tax traps and other...
