Can Alimony be Modified or Terminated?
It depends. In a marital dissolution agreement, the parties may agree to make alimony non-modifiable, or modifiable under certain specified circumstances. If the court orders alimony, it depends on the type of alimony awarded and other terms that the court spells out. In order for alimony in futuro to be modified, the court will require a material change of circumstances. If the person receiving support lives with a “friend,” in certain situations this might constitute a change of circumstances. Be aware that these terms can affect the tax treatment of alimony.
