Many divorcing parties believe their case will go to court because there is so much friction and disagreement about the path forward. The media also portrays divorce this way. In reality, it’s much more likely that you’ll settle details of your divorce through collaboration with...
Over the last six months, you have likely heard the word “inflation” more often in the news, in conversations with others, and as an explanation for rising costs in almost all aspects of life. If you are going through a divorce alongside these market dynamics,...
If you have recently filed for divorce, one of the first things that could happen is the establishment of temporary orders. These orders can set the tone for the overall divorce settlement and parenting time agreements and are especially important and necessary if one spouse...
If you were divorced last year and since that time, you’ve been distracted with the holidays, celebrating your new sense of freedom, or even contemplating new year’s resolutions in your post-divorce world, you likely haven’t taken the next steps you need when it comes to...
There is so much to financially sort through during the divorce process. From splitting physical assets to dividing up real estate to sorting through retirement accounts, different rules and laws apply for different types of marital assets. In this post, we discuss how retirement accounts...
Divorce is a tumultuous time where couples race to the finish line. Although the temptation is understandable, it is important to slow down and prevent as many post-decree disputes ahead of time. The following tips will help save a tremendous amount of brain power and...
How are taxes handled next spring for couples who are in the midst of a divorce and unsure if it will be finalized by the end of the year? Various possibilities exist and should be written in the separation agreement to avoid costly mistakes and...
Divorce, separation, breakup. Whether you're the one who initiated it, or the one on the receiving end, going through it remains a very difficult life transition. The end of a relationship is not something we plan ahead or hope for usually, and there's often an element...
The Tax Cut and Jobs Act (TCJA) that went into effect this year for divorcing couples has drastically changed the financial landscape for individuals from prior years. The most significant change is that spousal support (alimony) is no longer deductible if paid or taxable income if...
Managing living arrangements during a divorce is tough and is typically the first item on the to-do-list as a divorce moves forward. Determining who is going to keep the house, where someone is going to live and where the money is going to come from are...