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How Executive Compensation is Divided in Divorce
In our previous article, “How Executive Compensation Impacts Divorce,” we presented the types of executive compensation that should be considered for purposes of marital property division, as well as future income that should be included for support...
How Executive Compensation Impacts Divorce
In our previous article, “How Executive Compensation Impacts Divorce,” we presented the types of executive compensation that should be considered for purposes of marital property division, as well as future income that should be included for support calculations....
IG Reel: Withdrawing Funds From Your Retirement Accounts To Settle A Divorce Agreement
Thinking about withdrawing funds from your retirement accounts to settle a divorce agreement? Think again!⠀
What Kind of Mediator Do You Want for Your Divorce?
Did you know that there are basically three kinds of divorce mediators? There are lawyer mediators, therapist mediators, and financial mediators. Most people new to divorce think first of lawyer mediators. Lawyers are experts at navigating divorce through the...
Why a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst is Essential to an Optimal Financial Settlement
A couple's finances constitute a large component of their divorce and can bring significant anxiety and stress. Most wonder how support will be determined, how marital property should be divided, whether they'll have to divide their pensions or retirement accounts,...
The Complexities of Child Support
Child support is a key consideration when you’re assessing your finances during and after divorce. While there are some basic calculators found online, there are many components to determining child support that make it more complex than what’s suggested by online...
11 Costly Financial Mistakes in Divorce Settlements
Divorce is expensive even without mistakes and getting comprehensive guidance on divorce financial planning is critical. Read on to learn of the top eleven most common financial mistakes made in divorce. 1. Mis-Specifying Marital vs. Separate Assets What’s...
How to Win in Divorce
In a recent post, I addressed the notion of “winning” at divorce. There are many lawyers who claim they can do just that, and they will be happy to take your hard-earned money while they fight your war for you. The reality is, in the vast majority of cases, you’ll...
What it Means to “Win” at Divorce
Are you thinking about a divorce and wondering how you can achieve a lopsided division of assets and alimony, so you don’t have to work? And maybe sole custody of the children, too? If so, you wouldn’t be alone.
Making Time for You: How to Make Time for Yourself
Divorce is a truly hard and difficult process that impacts many facets of life including our social circles, finances, and even our sense of identity. To adapt to this transition, it’s essential to schedule time for self-care. I say schedule because that’s just how intentional doing self-care during your divorce is. In order to have the stamina to find a new living situation, research affordable childcare, or land a new job, you’ve got to carve out time that’s just for you.