Divorcing? Before You Sell Your Engagement Ring And Wedding Band, Read This

Posted on: 8 April 2016

If you're going through a divorce, you may not exactly enjoy looking at your engagement ring and wedding band right now. You probably don't feel much like wearing them either. The emotional symbolism of the rings may have changed for you, and they certainly send a message (you're in a committed relationship) that's no longer true. If money's tight, you may be especially tempted to just sell the rings and be done with them.
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Can You Use Your Spouse's Criminal Record As A Way To Gain Custody?

Posted on: 7 April 2016

If you're in the process of divorcing your child's other parent, you may be worried about how this temporary upheaval will affect your child's psyche in the long term. You may desire to keep his or her life as close to the old "normal" as possible by maintaining primary physical and legal custody in exchange for child support from your ex-spouse. However, if your ex-spouse chooses to fight you for joint custody, you may find yourself facing a lengthy court battle.
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Divorce When You Have A High Net Worth: 3 Things To Consider

Posted on: 4 April 2016

While no one enters into a marriage thinking that it will end in divorce, it's important that you are prepared to deal with the problems a divorce can create. For individuals with a high net worth, divorce can present some unique challenges when it comes to dissolving a marriage. Here are three things that you should consider before finalizing your divorce arrangement if you (or your spouse) have a high net worth.
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Avoid These 5 Financial Pitfalls During Your Divorce

Posted on: 22 March 2016

Divorce is a time of great upheaval, and it's only natural to be stressed out and emotional. You may not be placing a high priority on your financial situation at this time, but failing to do so could mean making mistakes that could haunt you and your childrens' lives for some time. Taking the time to do some planning now, before your divorce is final, could create opportunities that pave the way for a healthier financial picture in the future.
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