If you’ve decided to go through with a divorce, you might think it’s just a matter of signing some paperwork, moving out of the marital home and getting on with your life. While it would certainly be nice if things were that easy, this usually isn’t the case. Because your finances are interwoven with your spouse’s finances, it can take months or even years to hammer out all of the necessary … [Read more...] about During a Divorce, Financial Education Matters
Don’t Risk Navigating a Financial Settlement On Your Own
Are you preparing to go through a divorce? Have you already completed a divorce but are still in the process of splitting up assets? Before you go any further, take a step back and ask yourself this: Does my ex have my best interests in mind? If you can’t answer the question confidently with an affirmative, it’s time to reach out to a QDRO specialist like the team here at Hoffman … [Read more...] about Don’t Risk Navigating a Financial Settlement On Your Own
When It Comes to Post-Divorce Assistance, You Have Options
At Hoffman Divorce Strategies we regularly provide post-divorce assistance for our clients. Even if you and your ex-spouse have successfully reached a divorce settlement, there may be further matters to address including property settlements, child and spousal support as well as other agreements and judgments. While you might be tempted to rush through this process, signing any necessary … [Read more...] about When It Comes to Post-Divorce Assistance, You Have Options
We Can Help You Improve the Quality of Your Financial Settlement
If you and your spouse have decided to move forward with the divorce process, it is critical that you take your finances into account. Even if the termination of your marriage is a mutual decision, if you or your spouse make drastically different amounts of income, have children or own multiple properties, there is plenty of room for arguments or disagreements to arise. At Hoffman Divorce … [Read more...] about We Can Help You Improve the Quality of Your Financial Settlement
A Clear Picture of Your Financial Future, No Crystal Balls Required
The divorce process can leave you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted and unsure of what the future holds. This is especially true in the financial sense. If you have relied on your spouse’s income to pay bills and purchase necessities or if the majority of your property — including your home and vehicles — isn’t in your name, you may worry that once everything is said and done you will have … [Read more...] about A Clear Picture of Your Financial Future, No Crystal Balls Required
Considering the Long-Term Financial Implications of Divorce
If you’ve made the decision to get a divorce, you’re probably looking to cut through all of the red tape and legal requirements as quickly as possible. After all, the sooner decisions are made and paperwork is signed, the sooner you’ll be able to move on to the next chapter of your life. While most divorces are completed within a year, the financial implications of a settlement have the power to … [Read more...] about Considering the Long-Term Financial Implications of Divorce
We’ll Help You to Understand Your Financial Options
Going through a divorce is a challenging time full of unknowns. One of those great unknowns is your financial security. If you’ve been staying at home while your spouse has been working, or vice-versa, you may be concerned that you won’t have the funds or the support you need to continue living a comfortable life. Here at Hoffman Divorce Strategies, we cater our services to every couple or … [Read more...] about We’ll Help You to Understand Your Financial Options
Separating Finances is Key to a Stress-Free Divorce
Have you and your significant other decided to go through with a divorce? While this decision is never easy, one of the most important steps you can take to protect your future is to separate your financials. In this blog post, we’ll provide some tips for doing just that. Get your own bank account. If you are currently sharing a joint banking account, it’s time to go out and open your … [Read more...] about Separating Finances is Key to a Stress-Free Divorce