1. If you are asking for alimony for more than one year, have you considered annual cost of living increases in your budget?

2. Do you know that you must pay taxes on alimony payments? Is this expense in your monthly budget?

3. What amount of child support/alimony do you need to maintain your current standard of living?

4. If you want to keep the house, can you really afford the monthly expenses including unexpected repairs? If your budget has less than 120 items, you have probably forgotten something. How many items are in your budget?

5. Do you feel confident about your post-divorce finances?