June is just a few short weeks away and with it comes the end of another school year and the official start of summer. For school-aged kids, the summer months are meant to be a time for fun, relaxation and freedom. For working parents, the summer months can present...
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Why high-asset divorces are often highly complex
Making the decision to divorce is never easy and many couples struggle for years to salvage a relationship. At times, however, divorce truly is the best option for both unhappy spouses and their shared children. For couples who have amassed a considerable amount of...
The importance of setting boundaries during the divorce process
Most relationships work best when there is mutual respect and a certain amount of give and take between two parties. In some marriages, however, there is an imbalance of power where one spouse takes more control. In cases where a power imbalance escalates to where one...
How to protect your credit score while going through a divorce
An individual's financial security is dependent upon many things including one's ability to access and obtain credit. In cases where an individual is planning to file for or is going through a divorce, it's important to take steps to protect or boost an existing...
Tax changes triggered by divorce
The 2016 tax filing deadline is quickly approaching and individuals and couples throughout the U.S. have just 38 days to gather important tax documents and file their tax returns. For individuals who divorced during 2015, it's important to understand the related tax...
Married with no prenup? Why you may want to consider a postnuptial agreement
In previous blog posts, we’ve discussed how married individuals and couples can benefit by having a prenuptial agreement. Such as agreement is drafted and executed by both parties prior to marrying and provides details related to the assets and debts that each...
The complexities of high-asset divorce
Individuals who are going through a divorce can quickly become overwhelmed by the process. This is often especially true when a couple has a complex portfolio of assets and investments and owns multiple properties. In high-asset divorces, it can not only be difficult...
Child custody challenges in high-conflict divorces
For any parent who is going through a divorce, concerns related to child custody are often top-of-mind. Many divorcing parents have questions about how custody decisions are made as well as if these decisions can be appealed or amended. While it’s typically...
Divorce considerations for those nearing or in retirement
At any age, going through a divorce is likely to be a difficult and painful process. However, for individuals who are nearing or in retirement, divorce can be particularly difficult--from both an emotional and financial standpoint.While today divorces among married...
Poll reveals how money can drive couples apart
There’s a saying related to the notion that money makes the world go round. In some respects, this saying rings true as money is certainly something you need to afford life’s basic and, not-so-basic, necessities. There’s also, however, a saying...
