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Alimony vs. Business Growth: Does My Ex Still Have to Pay?

June 02, 2025 • Anderson Keuscher Brachmann

The Question:

I was married for 12 years and gave up my career to raise our kids while my ex built his business. Now he says he ‘can’t afford’ alimony because he’s reinvesting in his company. How does the court look at that?

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In this episode of Love Court, divorce attorney Jessica Anderson responds to a listener who gave up her career to raise kids during a 12-year marriage—only to have her ex claim he can’t afford alimony because he’s reinvesting in his business. Can he do that? Jessica explains how courts weigh financial priorities, spousal support, and the long-term sacrifices made during marriage.