It extremely common for a spouse to be unhappy with the judge's divorce ruling. When this is the case, you always have the right to appeal, but you may wonder whether it is the right thing to do and whether an appeal will be worth your trouble. This blog will offer a...
Month: August 2017
Common qualified domestic relations order mistakes
A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a document that concerns a person's pension plan and the relationship it has to one's former spouse after divorce. It is a legal document that instructs the pension plan administrator of how the pension plan shall be...
Divorce after 50: Is it worth it?
Divorce over 50 is becoming an increasingly popular trend. "Gray divorce", as many are now calling it, is strongly linked to retirement and perhaps the discontent that comes with it. Being around your spouse 24/7 might not be as appealing as you might think once you...
How to divide up even the most complex of assets in your divorce
If you and your spouse are going through a separation, then one of the first things you two can benefit from doing is sitting down and making a list of every single asset that the two of you have acquired during your marriage. In doing this inventory, it's important...
3 ways divorced stay-at-home moms can rebuild credit
If you were a stay-at-home mom while married, it can be daunting to rebuild your finances after divorce. Figuring out how to do it all on your own can seem impossible at times, but do not lose hope. While divorce can be hard on your finances, it is possible to build...
What the 10/10 rule means for military divorce
Military divorces are different to a normal divorce, because the retirement pay distribution to the former spouse is subject to federal law. This blog will provide a brief overview on the "10/10" rule, which is a guideline for the retirement pay that will be received...