The end of a relationship brings a great deal of change. Whereas in the past, parties have been working together to shore up their assets, pay down their debts, and plan for the future, a divorce means that they will need to move forward into a “new normal” that will include working alone for the…
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What is a QDRO?
Everyone knows it is important to plan for the future. An essential component of this plan for the future is making sure your retirement is stable and properly funded. When you are married, both you and your spouse will contribute to the plan for the future, whether that is with a monetary contribution or by…
Read More »Family Businesses and Divorce
Small businesses help form the economic backbone of this country. Each year, millions of Americans start their own small business, and there are many more that have been in business for years, decades, or even longer. When you get married, you and your spouse are likely prepared to join forces and build your financial future…
Read More »Who Keeps the Engagement Ring?
Getting engaged is a very thrilling time. Two people agreeing to build their life together and face life’s challenges as a team is an exciting prospect. Planning the wedding and planning for all the years to come is an important time in the couple’s life. Traditionally, the engagement is started when one person presents another…
Read More »Financial Mistakes in Divorce
Divorce is a watershed moment, where all events in your life are often thought of as what came before and what came after. The divorce will mean making some very important and sometimes challenging decisions, including what is best for your children, whether to switch careers, or where to live, just to name a few.…
Read More »Equitable Division and Offsets
Getting a divorce is one of the most difficult decisions you will likely ever face. Even after you have decided to move forward with the divorce or have been served with papers from your spouse, many important decisions still remain. Property division will be an issue in almost every divorce. You and your spouse have…
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