For a lot of couples, it's not that hard to divide the marital assets. They can quickly agree about how to handle the house, the bank accounts, the pensions and any investments. These days, many spouses either enter into marriage with a prenuptial agreement or have...
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Michael G. Putter, Attorney at Law
View divorce as a fresh start for you and your kids
One thing that you have to remember when you are going through a divorce is that you have to take care of yourself. It is easy to become so consumed with what's going on that you can't focus on making decisions that are in your best interests. If you have children, it...
Balance property division terms and your emotional health
Trying to figure out how to divide things in a divorce can be challenging. This is definitely the case when you are cutting ties from someone who is controlling. For some people, the reality of their life is that they have been limited in earning and opportunity for...
Some pensions are protected from property division
When you are going through a divorce, you might have to take steps to protect your pension. While there isn't a good chance that you will walk away with 100% of it, there might be some hope for keeping your financial security intact. Before you automatically sign half...
3 things your decree should address
The end goal in your divorce is the legal severance of your marriage, which allows you and your spouse to regain your single status. At the end of this road is a document called a divorce decree that spells out the terms of your divorce. A judge will enter this decree...
Children and relocation after divorce
When you decide to divorce, you will have to determine where you are going to live if you are the person who is moving out of the marital home or if that home will be sold. It is imperative that you try not to make any big decisions while you are in the midst of the...
Don’t remain stuck in an emotional rut during divorce
It is easy to fall into a rut with how you interact with certain people. If you are going through a divorce, you might have to adjust how you think about your ex because you aren't married any longer. This split is a fresh start for both parties; however, you might...
Real property comes with complex division points
The real estate that you and your ex amassed during your marriage is a huge consideration when you are going through a divorce. You might be tempted to try to keep the biggest properties, but this might not be in your best interests. There are several things to...
Put yourself first when you are going through divorce
The process of divorcing takes a lot of time and energy. This can impact the way that you start your new life, so you must ensure that you are taking steps to improve your situation. One thing that can really hold you back is the inability to let go of the past and...
2 reasons you shouldn’t delay a QDRO
A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is one of the most misunderstood parts of property division following a divorce. Most people think that their divorce decree alone is enough to grant access to their share of their ex-spouse's pension or retirement plan, but...