Q: I pay 29% in NYS for 3 children, at the time of the agreement, my ex-wife did not work, she is now employed full time.
Moreover, she is not meeting her earning potential at her current position. She holds a masters degree in education. I do not know exactly how much she makes, but I am almost positive it's nowhere near her potential. Can my support be reduced?
A: If the combined parental income is below $148,000 it will not be reduced. It is very fact specific over if the parental income is over $148,000, but if you live "downstate" in Yonkers, it is not at all unusual for child support to be paid over the $148,000 combined parental income.
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