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401(k) funds subject to division during divorce
The process of getting divorced can naturally be challenging for all parties from a financial standpoint. Specifically, divorcing individuals who have been planning for retirement may wonder what will happen to their savings as part of the divorce process. Here...
Divorce financial planning can be beneficial
The rate at which people end their marriages has dropped over the past 40 years, going from about half to just under 40% now. Still, getting divorced sometimes cannot be avoided in situations where two people are unable to reconcile their differences. Divorce can...
Is divorce in your future? How to tell
Many divorced people say that they knew their marriage was over before it happened. Others say that they had no idea it was coming. Whether you can see the signs or are totally blindsided, it can still be a devastating event, even if it's something both you and your...
Social Security benefits affected by divorce
Getting divorced can be a financially confusing experience no matter what stage of life two people in New York are in. However, it can be particularly challenging for individuals who are just years away from retiring. An understanding of how divorce and Social...
Tips can help with tackling emotional challenges of divorce
Getting divorced certainly presents financial challenges no matter what two spouses' income levels may be. However, the divorce process can also be difficult to handle on an emotional level. Here's a rundown on how individuals who are going through divorce can...
Sharing child custody can be a seamless process
Navigating divorce is no easy feat in New York, particularly when young children are involved. Why? Because the parents might initially agree with the idea of sharing custody of their children but may later find themselves at odds regarding the children's...
Prenups may protect business owners in the event of divorce
A marital breakup can easily dismantle a person's finances in New York. Unfortunately, that also means that the business that he or she worked so hard to build can be negatively impacted by divorce. For this reason, it is a wise idea for business owners to create...
A gray divorce and your financial future
A divorce is difficult and complicated at any stage of life, but it can be especially complicated when a person is approaching retirement age. There are many complex financial factors to address, especially when one or both parties plan on not working at some point in...
Some common reasons couples head for divorce
Marriages end for many different reasons. But New York couples who find themselves headed for divorce may find they have some things in common with each other when walking down the path toward ending their marriages. Experts suggest that there are some common...
Mediation offers multiple benefits during divorce
Navigating the dissolution of a marriage can seem like a harrowing process. In addition to dealing with the division of marital property, two spouses who are getting a divorce must tackle complex matters like alimony and, if there are kids involved, custody and...
