• whether the spouse seeking support is the custodian of a child whose condition or circumstances make it appropriate for that spouse not to seek outside employment; 

• the earning ability of both spouses; 

• the income of both spouses, including marital property apportioned to each spouse and each spouse's ability to meet his or her needs independently; 

• the needs and obligations of each spouse;

• the contribution of each spouse to the education, earning ability, and career building of the other spouse, including the spouse's contribution to the earning of a professional degree by the other spouse;

• the age of the spouses; 

• the physical, mental, and emotional conditions of the spouses; 

• the relative assets and liabilities of the spouses, including any court-ordered payments; 

• the educational level of each spouse at the time of the marriage and at the time the action for support is commenced; 

• the standard of living during the marriage; 

• any pension or retirement benefits of either spouse;

• the duration of the marriage; 

• the tax consequences of the award; 

• the time and expense necessary for the spouse seeking support to acquire education, training, or job experience to obtain appropriate employment;

• the lost income producing capacity of either spouse resulting from marital responsibilities; 

• any other relevant factor.

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