One big issue that can occur in a divorce is if one spouse tries to hide assets from the other. They will take away an unfair share of the couple’s joint property if they succeed. This is not a new problem. People have likely been finding ways to hide assets since...
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Who pays credit card debt during a divorce?
When the marriage is over and divorce is underway, there are a number of aspects the couple must take care of. One of these is the division of marital property – any assets and debts acquired during the marriage. It is not uncommon for a couple to take out a credit...
Tips on financially preparing for a divorce
Divorce can be an emotionally challenging experience, but it helps to have eyes on the future, more so from a financial perspective. Taking proactive steps can make a significant difference in securing your financial stability during and after the process. Below are...
My spouse is a narcissist. How do I divorce them?
Going through a divorce is tough. In fact, it is one of the most financially and emotionally taxing life experiences one can ever go through. However, divorce becomes even more hectic if your spouse has narcissistic tendencies. Narcissists are generally manipulative...
Does a QDRO give you half of a pension plan?
A qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) is a document that you can use to divide retirement plans, pension plans and other financial assets if you’re getting divorced. These documents are used to distribute future payments to an ex-spouse. For example, perhaps...
Considering a family vacation with your ex? Some tips
You’ve likely seen stories of stars, royals and other wealthy, famous people whose “conscious uncoupling” (AKA divorce) was so mature and civilized that they continue to vacation together with their children as well as their current spouses. You probably assume they...
Why you should avoid social media during your divorce
Social media in the middle of a legal issue is usually not the best thing. And this is not different during a divorce. Some people fail to make the right moves during their divorces, and end up dealing with negative consequences. Therefore, you need to be careful....
Why do many kids think they caused their parents’ divorce?
One of the most heartbreaking things you can experience as a divorcing parent is to have your child ask, “Are you divorcing because of me?” They might not ask it in precisely that way. They might relate the situation to a particular thing they did. Regardless, it’s...
2 ways collaborative divorce benefits kids
When a marriage is strained beyond repair, the couple in question would traditionally head to court to settle various aspects of the divorce. However, litigation does not have to be your first choice, especially if you and your spouse are seeing eye-to-eye on most...
How do you know if a collaborative divorce is the right choice?
Divorce is not an easy process, even when the two of you are in a position where you still get along. It’s a highly emotive event to go through which is made even more complex when you have the well-being of your family to consider. When considering your options, you...
