I would like my child to take swimming lessons, I want her to take lessons at the local community center that costs $100 a session and my co-parent wants to go to a private swim school for $500 a session. I cannot afford this – what should we do?
You should discuss and compare the benefits and costs of each option, aiming to reach a compromise that fits within the financial constraints. Exploring alternatives, such as sharing the cost difference in unique ways for this particular activity or finding another middle-ground option, can help ensure the child receives quality instruction while staying within budget. For example, if you are comfortable with the private swim school and cost is the only challenge, you and your co-parent could agree you pay a smaller percentage (based on the community center amount) and your co-parent pays more for the preferred activity.
Children's Direct Expenses
Learn the practicalities of implementing agreements on sharing direct expenses for children after divorce, aiming to provide clarity and guidance and avoid potential conflict.
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