For many, the start of a new year represents the possibility of making important decisions for one’s personal life. In some cases, this means taking the initial steps of the divorce process, a major choice many Virginia spouses delay until after the holiday season....
Year: 2023
It is possible to rebuild finances after a divorce
One of the most commonly expressed concerns about divorce is how this process will affect one’s future. When facing the prospect of ending a marriage, a Virginia spouse may wonder how he or she will ever rebuild finances and find a place of stability and security...
Protecting wealth through a postnuptial agreement
While most people do not enter a marriage assuming that it will end at some point in the future, it may be beneficial to plan for this contingency. Through a prenuptial agreement, it is possible to outline how the division of property will work in the event of a...
What to know when served with a protective order in Virginia
When someone is accused of committing violence against a family member in Virginia, they are usually served with a protective order after the incident. A protective order can affect one’s personal life and may also negatively impact one at work. Anyone facing a...
How does a divorce impact student loan repayment?
For many students attending colleges and universities across the United States, it is necessary to take out loans in order to pay tuition, room and board, and other expenses. Student loan debt is common, and young people preparing to marry often bring in some debt to...
More Americans are choosing to draft prenuptial agreements
Planning for the possibility of divorce does not mean that a soon-to-be spouse is assuming the marriage will end in divorce at some point in the future. Many Virginia couples are finding that they enjoy the protections provided by a marital contract, something that...
What happens to a mortgage during a divorce?
When a marriage is over, both spouses will experience significant changes in their lives. This includes changes to where they will live, how often they will see their children and more. One important financial matter that the spouse must address during or after...
Insuring the future with a prenuptial agreement
No one enters a marriage assuming that it will end at some point in the future. However, many marriages do end in divorce, and it is helpful to plan for that possibility. A prenuptial agreement can help protect the interests of Virginia adults who are preparing to...
Shielding one’s financial interests during a divorce
When going through the process of ending a marriage, one of the most common concerns pertains to financial security. It is normal to have concerns over the possible impacts of a Virginia divorce on one’s lifestyle and stability, and it is important to make choices...
Prenups can apply to pets as well
When entering a marriage, most couples are not thinking about the things that could possibly go wrong in the future. While no one walks down the aisle assuming that the marriage will end someday, there are benefits to planning for that possibility. One way to do this...