3 Ways to Manage as a Single-Income Family after Divorce
A divorce means adjusting to a single income, even if that income includes child support or spousal support.
Warning: Think Now about Your Financial Life after Divorce
One of the biggest mistakes some women make in divorce is keeping the house. But part of the reason they do that is they make the other big mistake: not thinking about their financial life after divorce.
Divorce FAQ: Should I Get the House Appraised?
Couples often struggle to determine if one spouse should keep the house, or whether they should sell it. “Should I get the house appraised?” is a frequent question in our monthly divorce workshops.
Financial Planning for Parents After Divorce
Despite any animosity that may be present between you and your ex, it is essential to determine who is financially responsible for various aspects of raising your children.
Asset Division in Divorce: How Does It Work?
Asset division can spike the already-raised tensions of divorce, but with a patient mindset and the right planning, you can survive the process.
Age Doesn’t Negate Alimony in Gray Divorce
One of our divorce workshop attendees recently asked about alimony and other financial considerations when getting a divorce after retirement age. “He has more saved for retirement than I do,” she said. And that’s a typical concern at this stage.
4 Tips for Financial Independence During Divorce
Re-gaining financial independence during a divorce can be hard, but these four tips will help you maintain fiscal stability during your tough transition.
Protecting Your Personal Finances During Divorce
Divorce itself can be expensive, and then you’re left to live on one income. In some cases, one party must also pay child support to the other. It’s essential to manage your personal finances, so you are capable of taking care of yourself in the aftermath.
Splitting Assets: Who Gets Our Gifts and Personal Belongings?
Sometimes it’s the “little” things that cause the most concern. After all, when you split households, who gets the dishes and other household items can be a big deal. What about the furniture you bought?
How to Secure an Apartment or Rental with No Income to Show
One or both partner in a divorce typically leave the house and find an apartment or rent a residence for the separation period. If you’re not working, you have the added trial of figuring out how to pay the rent with no recent income history.