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Divorce can be stressful and emotional, and property division can make it even more complicated. Dealing with mixed assets is one of the trickier parts of dividing property after a divorce. Understanding how mixed assets affect property division is crucial for a fair...
Florida is an equitable distribution jurisdiction, which that means marital property is divided fairly though not necessarily equally, between spouses in the event of a divorce. However, separate property may not be divided between divorcing spouses as it is...
If you own a family business, you may wonder what will happen to it in the event of a divorce. Well, it depends. Various factors could determine the fate of the family business, such as when it was acquired, its nature and its value. First, it helps to understand...
For many divorcing couples, the largest asset they need to find a way to divide in their home. Typically, they agree to sell the home and split the proceeds or one spouse buys the other’s share and keeps it. Sometimes, a couple doesn’t want to sell the home...
If you and your soon-to-be ex will be dividing up substantial assets you’ve accumulated over many years as you divorce, you may have some concerns about the tax implications. Certainly, that’s a factor you should consider so that you know whether something is...
Dividing retirement assets is one of the complexities of divorce property division. You and your ex may have existing IRAs, 401(k)s, pensions and other investments which are subject to equitable distribution under Florida laws. Since retirement funds are significant...
With its convenience and benefits, credit cards have become a staple mode of payment in the U.S. However, a credit card has its drawbacks. And for divorcing parties, it is an additional issue to address. Who pays for credit card debts? Traditional versus joint credit...
Division of assets in a divorce is a complex process. But when a marital business is up for division, it can cause more complications since it is a property that courts usually cannot physically divide among parties. This is why the courts look at certain factors to...
For those thinking about divorce, a huge concern is fairness in the asset split. After all, you both have spent a lifetime building your wealth, and both soon-to-be ex-spouses want their fair share. However, two people can have very different ideas of what’s fair and...
People build their lives and their finances together during a marriage. The couple is able to share in the finances the couple earns and acquires. Couples often make financial decisions based on what is best for the two of them and not just what may be best for just...