Trusts and other ways an ex might try to hide assets in a divorce
When two people are at the point of divorcing, they are often already on rocky ground. They typically distrust each other, and neither party may be interested in helping the other person get a fair settlement. In fact, some parties take this even further by…
Going through a divorce? 3 places you may want to avoid
Divorce can be quite disorienting. You may not realize how you got to this point in your marriage, and you may not be sure where you are going in the future. And you might not even know where you stand right now. Considering how confusing…
Decisions affluent couples may need to make during divorce
When divorcing spouses have substantial assets or are in the public eye, the stakes of a divorce can be exceptionally high. There can be money, reputations and privacy on the line, meaning these parties may have some unique decisions to make. Below are three such…
Staying on track professionally during a divorce
If you are going through a divorce, it could very well impact your professional life. While it may not be realistic to shield your career from the ramifications of divorce completely, there are ways to mitigate potential damage. Communicate (Selectively) You don’t have to tell…
Ready to remarry? Take these steps to protect yourself
When a marriage ends, it can seem impossible to imagine yourself in a new relationship, let alone walking down the aisle again. However, the majority of people who divorce do marry again. And often, people have learned critical lessons about life, love and themselves from…
Blindsided by a divorce? How to respond
Not every divorce comes after years of struggle and unhappiness in a marriage. There are times when a divorce seems to come out of the blue. If you are in this position, you may have no idea what you should do. Do you move out?…
Four Assets That Can Be Difficult To Divide In A Divorce
Dividing marital property can be the most complicated, contentious step in a divorce. There is often property ownership and financial security on the line, and getting a fair settlement can be the top priority for one or both parties. Dividing marital estates of any size…
Breaking up (a collection) is hard to do
Collectors often put a lot of time and money into building a collection, whether it’s a collection of action figures, historical memorabilia or classic cars. Some people have been maintained collections for generations. As such, dividing collections in a divorce can be a particularly painful…
Protecting your legacy amid divorce
People going through a divorce often focus on how the split will affect them today and tomorrow. However, they may not think about how a divorce can affect them long into the future. For instance, when it comes to considering the legacy you want to…
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