Those preparing for divorce often have many difficult conversations ahead of them. It is common for everyone from parents to coworkers to offer advice or a bit of criticism when learning about someone's divorce. Some of that advice is more useful than other...
Separating financial concerns is one of the biggest hurdles that spouses generally need to overcome in a Missouri divorce. Couples combine their bank accounts and acquire property together. One spouse could also take on debt while married that they may have expected...
Many people worry about the economic impacts of divorce proceedings. They know that the divorce itself can cost money and also that they have to share their property with their spouse. Unless someone has an airtight marital agreement, income, debts and other resources...
Property division is often one of the most contentious elements of a divorce. Even if spouses agree that the marriage is unhealthy and requires dissolution, they may disagree about how to share the resources and financial obligations they accumulated during the...
Certain aspects of divorce proceedings tend to trigger emotional responses. People feel a sense of attachment to certain assets, such as their retirement savings and the homes where they live. They may find it very difficult to negotiate a way to share those resources...
Credit cards are an important financial tool for most modern families. Married couples often rely on credit cards to cover unusual expenses that crop up between paychecks or budgetary shortfalls when there is a sudden drop in household income. Credit card use can...
When you’ve been treated badly by your spouse and are headed for a divorce, it’s only natural to be upset – even angry. However, you need to be cautious about trying to “stick it” to your future ex financially. The wrong move can leave you open to accusations of...
Divorce is a legal solution for those whose marriage has become untenable and/or unhappy. People who have combined households and lives will separate their property and their responsibilities from each other either through mutual agreement or via litigation in family...
Ending a marriage is a challenging and draining process. Apart from the emotional aspects, you must also address legal and financial matters, such as the division of property. Understanding the concept of separate property is crucial when it comes to protecting your...
When people get married, they combine their income and households to secure a better standard of living for both spouses. When they divorce, they have to find a way to split up their shared assets and establish separate households. Oftentimes, divorce leads to at...
