To receive alimony, the receiving party would have to show that the supporting spouse had the ability to pay it. This would include looking at their income and expenses. So, to prove that alimony is too expensive, the supporting party would need to provide W2s, pay stubs, and records of their monthly expenses including all insurance, rent, and food costs. The judge will look at both things and hopefully eliminate or substantially reduce the alimony payments if they are, in fact, too expensive.