When dividing your property in your divorce, one item of particular interest is the family home. For many couples, this becomes a key item to win or lose. Yet, this is not the best way to view things. Instead of treating your marital assets as individual items, it...
Hidden assets, assets that your spouse may try to hide or that you aren’t aware of, can make a big difference in your divorce case. Finding those assets might mean you receive a larger amount of money in a settlement or have access to an asset you didn’t realize you’d...
There are two types of situations married couples may find themselves in as they look to divorce. One spouse may be over their spouse's antics and be ready to call it quits, while the other wants to keep on fighting to keep the marriage intact. There are other...
Your approaching divorce may be inevitable, but that doesn’t mean you just want to move forward without a plan. The more you can learn about the process, the better you'll be prepared for the future. You also have to consider how you, personally, want to approach your...
The end of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' 25-year marriage in Jan. 2019 caught many people off-guard. The fact that his long-term marriage was irretrievably broken may not have surprised many people, but the staggering $137 million fortunate that he found himself needing...
Reaching an agreement about monthly alimony payments can be a challenge in any divorce. If you expect to receive spousal support following your divorce it's smart to understand everything you can about the possibilities, problems and potential alternatives to monthly...
Do you ever feel like you don’t really click with your partner the way that you used to? Do you feel like that spark is gone or like you’re drifting apart over time? It can be surprising. When you got married, you’d never felt closer. There hasn’t been any major...
There is a lot at stake in a divorce, especially if you and your spouse share high assets. If there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, you or your spouse may file for divorce on the grounds of irretrievable breakdown. The court determines whether an...
Divorce can bring out the worst in people. It is not uncommon to face divorce and find yourself unable to think of one positive thing to say about your spouse. Your instincts may not be to fight every step of the way, but you may still want to dish out rude comments...
Whether or not your marriage has hit troubled waters and divorce may be on your horizon, you should always be aware of your financial situation. Even if your marriage is not in trouble now, it might be someday, and your spouse may try to hide assets to muddy the...