Deciding what to do with the family home can be complicated enough in divorce. When a couple owns more than one property together, that can complicate things even further. Many couples own a property that they rent to full-time tenants. Some own a vacation rental...
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Can you fight for the country club membership in divorce?
High-asset divorces involve complex financial issues regarding the equitable division of property. Trying to decide which assets are worth fighting for in your divorce can be overwhelming. For higher-income couples, one marital asset that should not be overlooked is...
What role can a parenting coordinator play in child custody matter?
Going through a divorce is sometimes a contentious matter for adults. When child custody is one of the issues to be decided, everything can become particularly complicated. This is where a parenting coordinator may come into the picture. A parenting coordinator is a...
Fighting for sole custody of your child
Divorce proceedings may be quite emotional and they can become much more upsetting when there is a custody issue involved. For example, you may be planning to file for sole custody of your child but you are concerned about how your soon-to-be ex-spouse will react....
How to tell your spouse it’s over (the right way)
Do you want to end your marriage amicably? How you initiate that first, all-important conversation with your spouse can set the tone for your entire divorce process. If you approach the situation with empathy, honesty and respect, you may find that all of your...
Damage control during divorce: Protecting your reputation
The stigma associated with divorce has largely faded – but that doesn’t mean a divorce can’t damage both your personal and professional reputation. When a divorce turns acrimonious and ugly allegations start flying, you may feel like a public spectacle. People you...
How to financially prepare for a divorce
The divorce process is complicated. Not only are you dealing with the ending of your relationship, but countless practical things must be considered and decided as well. While you may be focused on property division and creating a fair parenting time schedule, don't...
3 challenges when dividing real property during a divorce
Many married couples decide to purchase homes where they live together during their marriages. They convert an ongoing financial obligation to pay for housing into a source of equity by paying off a mortgage instead of simply paying rent. Others may purchase vacation...
These mistakes could invalidate a prenup
Not all couples use prenuptial agreements, but they are becoming more popular. They offer a lot of different financial protections in the event of a divorce. Couples can use this document to ensure that they get to keep their assets, to protect a business that they...
Could a sleep divorce improve or doom a struggling marriage?
The idea of a sleep divorce flies in the face of what people typically expect from marriage. Joining lives usually means sharing a home and also a bedroom. Spouses typically sleep together after getting married. Sharing a sleeping space can lead to improved intimacy...