The financial ramifications of divorce can be significant. They can dictate which assets you’ll have to work with once your marriage dissolution is complete, and they can specify what kind of support, if any, you’ll receive when all is said and done. But if you’ve...
Divorce
Why business valuation matters in your divorce
A high-asset divorce can be a costly financial transaction. Since California is a community property state, you’ll receive an equal share of the marital estate, which should alleviate some of your financial burdens post-divorce. However, your property division...
What you can do to make navigating your divorce easier
Getting through divorce is tough. There are oftentimes a lot of emotional entanglements that can be heart-wrenching to deal with, and figuring out what your post-divorce life is going to look like can be scary. Even though this can be enormously stressful, there are...
Tips for divorcing a compulsive liar
Divorce is rarely an easy endeavor. After all, you’re going to be tasked with untangling your life from someone with whom you’ve lived for years or even decades. Although the logistics of it all can be tremendously stressful, the emotional toll taken by the process...
For how long will I receive spousal support in California?
Many California households are dual income. That means that both spouses are working and contribute to the couple’s finances. In some cases, they earn a similar salary and have comparable skills. In others, there is a major difference between how much they earn, their...
Do I have to pay spousal support if my spouse cheated on me?
When your spouse has an affair, it can spell the end of your trust and your marriage. Many people who were cheated on find that divorce is the best way to try to move on. Still, infidelity can make settling divorce legal issues such as spousal support emotionally...
Should I consider a marital agreement?
Starting a partnership with another person is an exciting time. You look forward to your life together and planning your future. Whether you are already married or looking forward to the day you commit to each other, it may be a good time to consider a marital...
What should you consider before sharing about your divorce?
Whether it was you or your spouse who announced the decision to divorce, coping with the pending change will have its challenges. It can take time to process your feelings and consider your options for moving forward. During other times of your life, you may have...
What happens to the vacation home in a divorce?
Going through a divorce is not a simple or easy thing to do. Trying to get through the asset division process can be extremely taxing if you have complicated shared assets. One example of these assets is the family vacation home. There are several ways the issue of...
Five financial tips for after your divorce
Finalizing your divorce is a great opportunity to step into the next chapter of your life. With so many opportunities to start things anew, you want to be sure you are protecting your best interests along the way. Your finances are critical to adapting to your new...