An unhappy couple in Florida should understand how challenging a divorce can be. There are valid reasons why divorce is often compared to going to war. For example, couples may see negotiation during a divorce as a case of winning or losing. Instead of viewing...
Divorce
Costly mistakes to avoid in a divorce
Knowing what financial mistakes are common during a divorce may help some estranged Florida couples avoid making them. Talking about personal issues on social media can be one error. After a man discussed his expensive vacation and closing a successful deal, his claim...
The importance of finding a new financial adviser after a divorce
When two people get married in Florida, one of them will usually become financially dependent on the other, placing their financial future in the hands of their significant other. However, when the same couple gets divorced, the dependent spouse has to face the fact...
Divorcing late in life? Beware the potential health consequences
When you first realized your marriage was headed for divorce, you may have experienced a roller coaster of emotions. Whether you and your spouse have always lived in Florida or, like many, chose it as the location for your retirement years, you have likely shared many...
Understanding the new alimony tax laws in 2019
Changing alimony rules may affect the way that people in Florida decide to divorce. In late 2017, Congress passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. One of the most significant aspects of the law is how it changes the way taxes treat spousal support. While the law was passed...
Divorcing spouses may face hidden financial challenges
Florida couples engaged in divorce proceedings already know how emotional a separation can be. However, many get caught off-guard by the hidden financial pitfalls that often come along with the dissolution of a marriage. There are a number of mistakes that divorcing...
Understanding property division in a “gray divorce”
More older Americans in Florida and across the country are considering divorce. In the past 20 years, divorce rates for Americans aged 50 and up have doubled, and this trend shows no sign of stopping. While divorce can be an appropriate choice at any age, these...
