Posts Tagged ‘Child Support’
How Idaho Courts Calculate Child Support When Parents Have Equal Parenting Time
If you share custody 50/50 and still owe child support, you’re not alone in wondering why. Idaho child support in 50/50 custody arrangements can feel counterintuitive, but the state’s guidelines exist to make sure both parents are contributing fairly to their child’s needs. Understanding how equal parenting time child support works can help you prepare, negotiate, and advocate for…
Read MoreHow Inflation and Cost of Living Increases Affect Child Support Modifications in 2026
Groceries cost more. Rent is higher. Childcare expenses keep rising. If you are feeling the financial pressure in 2026, you are not alone. For many parents, concerns about inflation and child support are leading to questions about whether a modification is possible under current law. Whether you pay or receive support, understanding how cost of living increases affect your…
Read MoreChild Support Calculations When One Parent is Self-Employed or Has Side Hustles
Written by child support attorney Mary Kate Moss. When one parent runs their own business, freelances, or earns income through side hustles, calculating child support becomes significantly more complicated than reviewing a pay stub. Courts still expect accurate, complete income reporting for child support self-employed parents, and the process of getting there requires a different approach than traditional W-2…
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