Dear Valued Users,
It's with a heavy heart that we announce the permanent closure of StepTalk.org on August 31st, 2025.
This decision wasn't an easy one. For over twenty years, StepTalk has been a source of support for stepparents around the world! However, over the years, the costs associated with maintaining and upgrading the site to remain secure, meet current standards and maintain availability have become unsustainable.
We are incredibly grateful for your support, contributions and the community you've helped us build. Your engagement has made StepTalk.org a special place and we cherish the memories and connections made here.
We would especially like to thank Aniki for volunteering to be a moderator and for caring so much.
Thank you for being a part of our journey and we wish you all the best.
Sincerely,
Dawn and The StepTalk Team
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It would not be taken into
It would not be taken into account here in Texas.
I think they typically do not
I think they typically do not include spouses income but I have seen it happen before. My brother in law lost his job and they attached to his wife's income to pay his child support while he was unemployed. Like I said, I don't think it is common, even if you file joint taxes. It may also depend on the state.
That's what i figured -
That's what i figured - thanks guys!
In Florida they do not take
In Florida they do not take into account the spouses income for CS.
If the BM or BD wants a change in child support, each person must submit their tax return. If you do not care that she may see your personal information such as income etc. Then it wouldn't be a problem.
It does very by state and
It does very by state and careers. In Ohio they won't take a spouses income unless one or both ownes a business/is self-employeed. Here the only attack spousal income if they feel income is being hidden with the spouse.