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April, 2010
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Common Questions
We often receive calls asking for features in Iowa Support Master. There's no question, with the new guidelines and program changes, users may have difficulties finding certain features in the program. Iowa Support Master has a "Find" feature that you need to check out. It's so simple to use.
As an example to try out, let's say you decide you want to look at the "Questionnaire" that is contained within the program. You heard us talk about it, where is it? Look in the right margin of the program for the "Find" button. Click on it. Scroll down until you find "Questionnaire" then click on it. You can click "Go to location" or just double click on it and you will be looking at the document within seconds. It's that simple.
Split Custody vs. Shared Custody or .... both?
Iowa Support Master has the ability to do the calculations for you in these scenarios. Not sure where they are? Remember "Find."
What is "split custody?" It's when the parties have 2 or more children and when each parent will have custody of at least one of the children. "Shared custody" is when the parties actually share custody of the children, neither party is awarded primary care. Each parent has periods within which they have physical custody of the child.
Keep in mind that the calculations for "split" and "shared" are two different beasts. In shared custody cases, the guidelines provide for different calculations and adjustments. Check out Rule 9.14(3), Child Support Guidelines. Open the program and click on the "Guidelines" button in the right margin.
Upcoming Seminars
Patrick Wilson will be presenting at the Iowa Association for Justice Family Law Seminar being held in Riverside, Iowa this Friday, April 9. If you have not signed up, contact the Iowa Association for Justice by clicking here. He will also be speaking at the annual ISBA seminar in June.
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Tidbits
Test ?
You know that when either party provides health insurance for the kids, cash medical support goes away. Did you know that when the custodial parent provides the health insurance, under 252E.1A(4), the court may require the NCP to contribute toward the cost? If not, click here and read about it.
Training
Would you or your staff appreciate some training on Iowa Support Master? Call me and I will arrange a time to train your staff. I can demonstrate the program and features live while you watch at your office, on your computer. It's provided free of charge to our users. Call toll-free 888-805-0363
Help
Do you struggle with any particular issue? Don't be afraid to call us. You don't even have to tell us your name or where you are located. The help is free and provided to anyone who calls.
Seminars
Does your bar need a luncheon speaker? Call us. We will even arrange for CLE credit. 888-805-0363
888-805-0363
Computer Issues
We provide computer support at no charge to our customers. If you are having some random issue, give us a call. We usually can diagnose the problem and give you advice.
Electronic Forms
Check out the free forms in Iowa Support Master. If the form you need isn't there, send it to us and we will convert it.
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