How to Calculate the Fixed Support End Date

The process for determining the Fixed Support End Date is simplified through the following application fields: Support Start Date, Support Duration (Years), and Calculate Term End Date. This ensures that both parties have a clear understanding of the support timeline.

Steps for Calculating the Fixed Support End Date:

1. Enter a Start Date in Support Start Date:

   • This is the date when the spousal support payments are scheduled to begin. It could be the date specified in the separation agreement or court order.
   • Example: January 1, 2024.

2. Enter a Term (Duration) in Support Duration (Years):

   • Input the number of years the spousal support is expected to continue. This duration is usually agreed upon based on the needs of the recipient and the financial ability of the payor.
   • Example: 5 years.

3. Click Calculate Term End Date:

   • Once you have entered both the Support Start Date and the Support Duration (Years), click the Calculate Term End Date button. The system will automatically calculate and display the date when the spousal support will end.
   • Example: Based on the start date of January 1, 2024, and a duration of 5 years, the calculated Fixed Support End Date will be January 1, 2029.

4. Calculated Value in Fixed Support End Date:

   • The calculated end date will appear in the Fixed Support End Date field. This date represents the final date on which the payor is obligated to make spousal support payments, providing clarity for both parties.

Why This Matters:

• The automatic calculation of the Fixed Support End Date ensures that there is no confusion or disputes about when spousal support obligations will cease. It simplifies the process, making it easy to determine the exact duration of support based on the agreed-upon terms.