Have you and your spouse decided to get a divorce but are still living in the same house? There may be compelling reasons to do so — you can’t afford separate places, you want to maintain a stable family situation for your children, proximity to your place of employment, etc. Your date of …
How to Choose a Divorce Mediator
Divorce mediation is almost always a smart move. It can save you a significant amount of money and time on your divorce in comparison with fighting through the court system. Perhaps even more importantly, divorce mediationallows you to take control and ownership of your divorce negotiation. Even …
How to Determine State Residency During Divorce (and Why It Matters)
It’s strange but true that the state you live in plays an important role in how your marital estate is divided during your divorce. Living in one state versus another could mean you walk away with a lot more… or a lot less. It’s important to understand how state residency affects a divorce, …
Can I Get Social Security Benefits from My Ex-Spouse Even If It’s Not in My Divorce Decree?
QUESTION: I heard that I may be entitled to collect Social Security benefits when I retire based on my ex-husband’s earnings. But I looked at my divorce decree and it doesn’t say anything about it. Did I miss the boat? ANSWER: Here’s some good news about your divorce. If you were married to …
Divorce is a Team Sport
Divorce affects you, your finances, your family, and every other aspect of your life. It’s critical that you go through the process correctly so you get the most favorable outcome possible. There’s no do-over. You get one shot to lay the foundation for your future. Do it right! The best way to …