Calculation Overview
An in-depth explanation of the Income Shares model, the Percentage of Obligor Income model, and the Melson Formula used ...
Read guideModel Comparison
Comparing how states determine baseline parental obligations when both parents work versus when only the non-custodial p...
Read guideGuideline Deviations
Recognized statutory deviation factors including high medical costs, special education needs, extraordinary travel expen...
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