Divorce is a remarkably complicated process of untangling two financial lives. This process can be emotionally challenging and there is a lot at stake, as the terms of the final property division order will impact a Florida resident for years to come. One important...
The property division process can negatively impact retirement
Divorce requires the division of all assets and property accumulated over the course of the marriage, including long-term savings and retirement accounts. No matter the age of a Florida couple or how much they've been able to save for their golden years, the end of a...
How the property division process affects retirement savings
When a Florida couple makes the decision to move forward with divorce, it will eventually lead to financial adjustments that will impact various areas of their lives. This includes retirement savings. Money and assets earned acquired over the course of the marriage is...
Never assume ownership in property division proceedings
When a Florida couple files for divorce, they must resolve numerous issues before the judge overseeing the case can issue a final decree. If the couple has children, matters of custody, child support and visitation may be in question. In all divorce cases, property...
Property division, a family business and making the best choices
A family-owned business is one of the most important and valuable assets that a Florida couple may own. For one or both parties, it may be the primary source of income. When a couple decides to divorce, one of the main concerns is over what will happen to the...
Seeking fair property division in divorce for stay-at-home moms
Divorce leads to changes for virtually every member of the family, and both parties are likely to experience a significant shift in their financial resources. The property division process is high-stakes, as the terms of the final court order will determine a person's...
How will the property division process affect a small business?
For a Florida business owner, the end of a marriage can be a frightening prospect. There is a lot of uncertainty regarding what will happen to a small business. It can help to understand how equitable distribution of assets works, as well as options for negotiating a...
Make sure property division is fair in a Florida divorce
The process of dividing marital property is one of the most complex and emotionally charged aspects of a divorce. Property division can be especially difficult in a Florida divorce when one spouse attempts to deceive the other by hiding assets. This can lead to...
Steps to reducing complications in the property division process
When a Florida couple is facing the prospect of divorce, they may believe they are in for a contentious, complex process of fighting over and dividing their marital property. In reality, there may be ways to reduce the complications involved in the property division...
Carefully handling business assets before and after divorce
When walking through the process of ending a marriage, a Florida business owner may have significant concerns about how it will affect his or her company and future success. The division of business assets is often one of the most complex aspects of walking through...