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The Retirement Defense: Why “I’ll Make Less Later” Rarely Moves a Family Court Now
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August 12, 2026
A South Carolina appeals court ruled in Updegraff v. Updegraff that a spouse's anticipated future income change cannot modify current alimony obligations, emphasizing courts shouldn't speculate on future financial situations. This decision highlights a…