Even for Virginia couples resolved to remain amicable, ending a marriage is an emotionally and financially complex process. While adjustments to expectations for the future and lifestyle may be necessary, it is possible to secure a financial settlement that allows one...
Divorce
Making prudent financial decisions during a divorce
Ending a marriage will bring inevitable financial changes for both Virginia spouses. It can be challenging to navigate a divorce in the midst of these changes, and it may be necessary to make immediate adjustments to spending and lifestyle expectations. While in...
Handling checking accounts appropriately during a divorce
Money is one of the most common reasons Virginia couples choose to end their marriages. Disagreements over money do not stop simply because the marriage is over, and these disputes can continue well into the divorce proceedings. This is why it is important to handle...
What should women know about money and divorce?
Ending a marriage will affect virtually every area of life, and one’s finances are no exception. Money, the division of marital property and distributing shared debt are some of the most common reasons for litigation and contention during the divorce process in...
More couples choosing to divorce later in life
Bill and Melinda Gates recently announced they were ending their marriage after decades together. The couple has amassed billions of dollars over the course of their 27-year marriage, and many are wondering how their divorce will affect their fortunes and financial...
How will divorce impact retirement savings?
Money is one of the most common concerns for two individuals who have made the decision to end their marriage. Divorce requires a Virginia couple to divide all of their marital property, including their long-term savings. What happens to retirement savings is one of...
Preserving a financial future after a divorce is final
The end of a marriage will bring significant financial impacts that will affect a Virginia adult for years to come. The consequences of a divorce can be significant in terms of finances and future security, but there are steps one can take now and in the immediate...
Making smart decisions during a divorce
Finances are often one of the most contentious issues during a Virginia divorce. Two people who are separating their financial lives may find this process confusing and stressful, and this could lead to poor decisions. The key to making choices that will be positive...
The emotional stages of divorce and how to get through them
Most people who go through the dissolution of a marriage would agree that it is a difficult event to experience. Although divorce is challenging for most, every individual reacts differently to it. Gaining an awareness of the different emotional stages of divorce can...
What are the main reasons for divorce today?
Love is the driving force behind nearly every couple’s decision to wed. Although most marriages start for the same reason, they end for any number of reasons. The fact is, nearly every marriage will experience struggles. When spouses treat each other with suspicion,...