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What are some of the top reasons for divorce in 2024?

On Behalf of | Jul 25, 2024 | Divorce

People get divorced for all sorts of reasons, and you often don’t need a reason at all. You don’t have to prove fault. You just have to claim you have irreconcilable differences and you want to dissolve the relationship.

That said, you may find yourself wondering what some of the most common reasons are in 2024. What red flags should you look for? Are there any indicators that your spouse may file for divorce? Below are some of the main reasons.

Financial stress

Often, couples split up because they begin to experience significant financial stress. This could happen when one person loses their job. But it could also just happen as life gets more and more expensive.

Extramarital affairs

Infidelity is always a common reason for divorce. If someone has an affair with their coworker or someone they met at the gym, their spouse is highly likely to want to leave the relationship once it comes to light. 

Growing apart

What often happens with couples who marry young is that they grow apart over time. Maybe they got married at 19, but now they are 29 and they feel like completely different people. They’re just no longer compatible and they’re both unhappy being together. 

Growing older

One interesting trend is that those over 45 have a rising divorce rate, while those under 45 have a declining divorce rate. This suggests that simply growing older creates a higher chance of divorce, perhaps due to reduced marital satisfaction, becoming empty nesters or other such factors.

If you believe your spouse may file for divorce, planning in advance can be helpful. Take the time to carefully consider your legal options.