Q: my boyfriend is paying so much in child support that our own suffers. I don't know what to do to change this.
He pays an astronomical amount in child support and it is making our own son suffer. We have come close to losing our apartment, have had to utilize food banks. The state uses his whole income before tax, and they do not count child support, so I do not qualify for any services. This means no daycare, which means I can not contribute financially. Its a vicious circle and I'm not sure we can make it out.
A: He should speak to his attorney to ensure the payments are consistent with guidelines now in effect. On the bright side, the state does not look at any of your income in calculating support obligations.
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