Divorce is already an unpleasant experience. Don't make it worse by being unprepared.

Divorce should be your last recourse. Make sure you examine all possibilities to save your marriage first.

You should consider that you can lose up to 40% or more of your gross income. You can also lose your family home, cars, etc. The strain it puts on your financial situation could lead you into a poor credit situation and/or bankruptcy.

Divorce can cause children to develop emotional issues. Consider the cost associated with this.

Are you really ready to place the outcome of your future life in the hands of an attorney? Do you know how to find one you can trust?

Divorce is far from a cure-all for your marriage problems. You both may no longer occupy the same home, but with children involved, you will have to contact and get along with each other to a certain degree. This will reinforced by the final divorce decree.

If you are still pondering divorce, then be prepared to take these actions:

Research is the key to winning in divorce court. Be prepared by researching the Internet, library , periodicals, etc. Pay close attention to the words of the divorced fathers, they have been there and may offer some valuable information.

Hire an attorney only after you have done some background research. Find out their track record and possibly talk to some of their clients.

Fathers can have custody rights too. Be careful that you fully understand the different types of child custody and how they affect you.

If you are going to pay child support, ask that the incomes and future incomes of both parties be considered. Too often only an increase of income is considered in the final decree. What about loss of income?

Be prepared to fight alimony. Was she self sufficient at anytime? Ask for a copy of her annual tax returns in the final decree.

Future Retirement Benefits: This one of the items that should be addressed when considering alimony and support.

Dependent Income Tax Deductions: Custodial parent usually the dependent deductions unless you fight it. Make sure that you get your fair share and have it outlined in the final decree.

Home Equity: Make sure the division of home equity is addresses in case of property sale.

The above is only a portion of the issues of which you should be concerned. Remember that you have rights, so fight for them. Even as a divorced father, you have the right to a happy life. I sincerely hope this guide helps you out.

Author Resources:

Divorce Your Wife, Keep Your Life - The Good Life Guide

Insider Secrets and Strategies That Men Must Know To Win Their Divorce - Ebook by Jim Williams