Including a cost of living adjustment (COLA) in a separation agreement for future child support modifications can be beneficial in several situations. Typically, child support is modified based on the current incomes of both parties, using the statutory formula under the Child Support Guidelines. However, a COLA adjusts the monthly child support amount according to the increase in the cost of living from the last modification date.
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