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How do I fill out the Domestic Relations Financial Affidavit?

The purpose of the Domestic Relations Financial Affidavit is to summarize your individual current income, assets, and expenses. It is used to ensure full financial disclosure and is also used to determine any child support obligation. This is a standard form used by the Court. You can either type the information or hand-write it in. The person completing the form is the “affiant” and the form should reflect your individual current financial situation. This Domestic Relations Financial Affidavit will be made under oath; you are swearing to tell the truth based on the information contained in the Affidavit. After you complete the form, do not sign it until you are with a notary. Try not to leave blank spaces on the form, if something is not applicable enter “n/a” or “$0.00.” The figures should be good-faith numbers on your current finances. Use averages whenever possible, but if you are unsure, put in estimates and note that it is an estimate. You will not be re