In Part 2, we dig into the money mechanics: child support frameworks, why “equal” isn’t always “equitable,” the limits of forms (like sworn financial statements), and when to bring in a financial pro so the court hears the whole story.

Highlights

• Child support: what the calculator does—and what it misses

• “Equal” vs. “Equitable”: telling your story so it’s fair in practice

• Forms ≠ life: why numbers need context (debts, resources, housing)

• When expert input (financial/planning) helps the court avoid errors