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Iowa alimony law is not an absolute right but is provided by the family courts in the state, considering several factors.
It is the financial aid awarded to the lower-wage-earning spouse during a divorce.
Several eligibility criteria should be satisfied by the spouse requesting any alimony.
Types of Spousal Support
Spousal support to reduce the financial burden on a spouse is of three different types in Iowa.
They include:
- Traditional Alimony: It pays for an indefinite period.
- Rehabilitative alimony: It can be definite or is extended depending on the spouse’s needs.
- Reimbursement alimony: It is predicated upon the economic sacrifices of the spouse during marriage.