When you’re going through a divorce, it’s really hard not to keep all the financial issues at the front of your mind. Unfortunately, people can get very focused on the day-to-day expenses they’re facing and overlook some serious issues that can leave them facing an...
What happens to your vacation home in a Maryland divorce?
If you and your ex aren't currently in agreement about what would be a fair way to split your property, then the idea of a divorce can be a frightening concept. You may worry that you will lose valuable property, such as your interest in your vacation home. Real...
Are forgotten assets the same as hidden assets?
Going through a divorce, you’re expected to disclose all your assets and property. When you think about your life and all the things you’ve invested in or purchased, you may come to realize that you’re not exactly sure what you have. You may have much more than you...
Can you claim your spouse’s pension in a divorce?
Your spouse is a high-level executive, and they have a very good pension. It is going to make it possible for you to retire with quite a high standard of living, even though you're not putting aside all that much money yourself. You knew when you got married that this...
Does divorce mean you have to give your spouse your inheritance?
You’ve always done well for yourself in your career, as has your spouse. You didn’t need your parents’ inheritance money, per se, but it still has tremendous value. You’ve always assumed you’d use it during retirement or perhaps leave it to your own children and...
How dating before your divorce is over can hurt your case
Once you or your ex has filed for divorce, it can feel like the relationship is over. It certainly is emotionally. But legally, filing is just the beginning of the process in most cases. Many times, people in Baltimore County who are getting divorced are eager to...
Have a thorough understanding of your assets in gray divorce
You and your spouse enjoyed a more than comfortable life together during decades of marriage. Country club memberships, world travel and other “financial” privileges that include a second home in Tuscany. You would not have been able to do so without the financial...
How you can discover hidden assets in a divorce
Many divorces end with ex-spouses not being very friendly or fully honest with one another. Since there are a lot of emotions attached to ending a relationship, sometimes people aren’t the best versions of themselves. The problem with dishonesty in a divorce is that...
Costly mistakes to avoid in your divorce
Divorce is expensive. It can cost you time, money and emotional capacity. Fortunately, there are things that you can do to minimize the financial cost of your divorce. Avoid making these mistakes during your divorce. Fighting for the home There are many reasons who...
