The stay-at-home parent traditionally keeps the home and continues to raise the children after a divorce. However, this is rapidly changing. Changes to social norms and court treatment of alimony may prompt you to question whether you should keep the home or allow...
Is holding on to an expensive marital home worth it?
Deciding what to do with your marital home is an issue you will likely have to resolve in your upcoming divorce. For various reasons, like sentiment or the desire to raise your children in the house they grew up in, you might want to keep the marital home after your...
Gaining perspective: Should SAHMs get half the marital property?
As an equitable distribution state, Florida divides property equitably during a divorce. What this means is that the judge will consider each spouse’s contribution to the marriage and divvy up assets, money, property and debt accordingly. When both parties work, the...
Will having separate bank accounts protect you in divorce?
Unlike most married couples, you and your spouse have separate bank accounts. Now that you and your husband or wife have decided to divorce, you wonder if your unconventional approach to marital finances may speed up your split, allowing you to start the next phase of...
What is the best way to divide a 401K?
Dividing your assets during your divorce in Florida is often one of the most difficult processes. You need to come up with valuation for all marital property and reach an agreement that the court will find to be fair and equal. This can take a lot of work, especially...
How one is compensated can have impact on property division
In today's employment market, there are many forms of compensation. While this is not an issue most of the time, during a divorce, different forms of compensation can affect the property division negotiations. Florida residents who are preparing to file for a...
Property division in divorce often difficult prospect for spouses
The end of a marriage is filled with many conflicting emotions and important decisions. While child custody is often the most important matter for parents, property division is a topic that can lead to considerable conflict. Florida residents who are divorcing...
Gray divorce and property division require skillful negotiation
The divorce rate among younger couples has decreased over recent years. The same is not true for the older generations, as the so-called "gray" divorce rates have climbed significantly since 1990. Though there are many reasons why these older spouses are calling it...
Want a fair property division? Consult an attorney early
Once a marriage is showing signs of instability, some may feel that exploring their options is a last resort. However, if one desires an equitable share of the marital assets, consulting with a family lawyer is a prudent step. Florida residents who are concerned about...
Property division involving a business requires careful planning
A divorce is draining on many resources, especially time, energy and emotions. If the property division will include a family-run business, careful planning is required in order to avoid unpleasant financial repercussions. Florida residents...
