Though it is not a technical term, “gray divorce” is often used when people who are 50 years old or older decide to get divorced. It is something that used to be rather uncommon, and may even now come as a surprise. If a couple has been together for decades, friends...
Divorce
Dividing retirement accounts during a divorce
One of the most challenging aspects of any divorce in Florida is dividing assets. For many couples, that's difficult. It involves not just cash but also things like the family home. Even retirement accounts and pensions are affected. In some cases, this becomes very...
Dealing with debts during a divorce
When couples in Florida go through a divorce, they divide both the assets they acquired and the debts they took on during their marriages. However, lenders are not bound by the terms of divorce agreements. This means that estranged spouses are sometimes pursued for...
Tips to help your child through a divorce
If you and your spouse have decided that it is time for a divorce, you need to think about your children. Taking them into consideration should be at the top of your list. While co-parenting in Florida can be complicated, the more you can work together, the better...
Key reasons why second marriages fail
Ideally, you'll use the lessons learned during your first marriage to make a second marriage stronger. However, 67% of second marriages in Florida and across the country end in divorce. Take a look at a few reasons why this happens. You haven't healed from your last...
Should you date during a divorce?
In America, almost half of all marriages end in divorce. It's so common that lots of people in Florida have questions about divorcing. One of the things people are most interested to know is when they can start dating. The answer, like most divorces, is somewhat...
What happens if you don’t have a collaborative divorce?
The words "collaborative" and "divorce" might sound like they're at odds with each other. But in fact, a collaborative divorce is one of the best ways to avoid an expensive legal battle in Florida. If the negotiations fail, the divorce could be dragged out for months...
Protecting a business during a divorce
Married couples in Florida and throughout the United States will terminate their marriage through divorce almost 50% of the time. When this happens, divorcing couples must split up the assets they have gained during the marriage. The division of assets can become more...
Do not make these common divorce errors
In the heat of the moment, many people make mistakes in a Florida divorce that will come back to haunt them. These errors can either increase the chances of litigation or leave you in financial difficulty after the divorce. Avoiding these common mistakes can make your...
How to handle a timeshare in a divorce
When a Florida couple gets divorced, all of their assets are subject to division. The same holds true when dealing with a timeshare that the couple jointly holds. Essentially, the couple can divide the timeshare, sell it or award it to one of the spouses. Sell the...
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