There seems to be a lot of stigma surrounding prenuptial agreements, or “prenups.” Of course, mentioning the topic of divorce prior to marriage can seem counterintuitive and people can be defensive about mingling wedding prep with what can be seen as divorce prep. Prenuptial agreements, however, need not be so divisive....
Divorce and Division of Retirement Plans
There is a lot that happens during the divorce process as many important issues must be addressed and resolved for a divorce to be finalized. One of the biggest and most hotly contested issues incident to a divorce is the division of the marital assets. It is no wonder that this is...
Your Pre-Divorce To-Do List
Divorce, like any major life event, should be prepared for accordingly. During what can be one of the most tumultuous times of your life, you will thank yourself for the preparations you completed before the divorce process started. To help you through the pre-divorce prep work, here are some tips on...
Handling the Holidays After Divorce
The holiday season is just around the corner. If you have been recently divorced or this is your first time through the holiday season post-divorce, you may have some overwhelming emotions about this. After all, so much of a family’s heart and soul can be poured into holiday traditions. When you think...
Reasons for Unequal Division
As an equitable distribution state, Florida courts attempt to divide marital property in a divorce so that the distribution is fair. That is the guiding principle. Equitable, however, should not be confused as equal. A fair division will not always be an equal division and vice versa. It is not uncommon,...
Will Divorce Impact My Credit Score?
Divorce is one of life’s most difficult transitions. Beyond the emotional and legal challenges, the financial consequences can be profound. Many people going through divorce in Orlando are shocked at how quickly their financial situation changes. Moving from a two-income household to living on your own can feel overwhelming, especially when combined...
What to Know About Debt Before You Divorce
When you hear about divorce battles, it is often about a power struggle over the couple’s marital assets. Who will get the home? Who will get the vacation home? Who will get the cars? Who will get the stocks and other financial assets? Well, while these are important questions that can...
Why Would a Couple Separate Instead of Divorce?
At some point, you may find yourself and your partner struggling in your marriage and relationship. While these struggles may be part of the bumps in the road all of us confront at one point or another when in a committed relationship, it may merit a marked shift in how you define...
Considerations for Divorcing When You Are Nearing Retirement
In recent years, the number of people getting divorced later in life has drastically increased. Sometimes referred to as “gray divorce,” these divorces can pose unique challenges to people who are nearing retirement. Here, we will go into more detail about some of the unique considerations you need to take into...
Are Pensions Divided in a Divorce?
One of the central issues to address in any divorce proceeding involves the division of the marital assets. Generally speaking, marital assets are considered to be those assets that were acquired over the course of the marriage. There are, of course, a few exceptions. The point is, however, that those assets categorized...
