LA TIMES: Divorces increase as improving economy makes split-ups affordable. “When the recession hit and home values plummeted, the couple had fewer assets. Divorcing resulted in greater financial losses. Now, however, the housing market has rebounded and interest rates are [close to]  historical lows. Couples now have more wealth as they consider divorce, which lessens the financial impact.” Who’s actually considering divorce, though? “Couples,” or nonworking spouses unsure about job prospects?