Send a comment on this item to LII: Send a comment on this item to LII staff, who on weekdays will usually reply within 24 hours. Marriage & Divorce: Supporting the Ex-Husband This article talks about the occurrence of women paying alimony, noting that "[t]oday, both men and women are equally eligible for some form of alimony if one is dependent on the other for financial support, regardless of who takes care of the kids." Includes a sidebar with advice about protecting assets in case of divorce. From SmartMoney, a joint publishing venture of Dow Jones & Company and Hearst Communications. http://www.smartmoney.com/personal-finance/marriage-divorce/supporting-the-ex-husband-20464/ Asterisk * indicates required field. Your Name Your Email Address * We will not sell or provide your email address to anyone else. Comment * Enter the verification code as it is shown in the box below. This helps prevent automated submissions. *