When you’re going through a divorce, every penny counts. Hiring a good lawyer, paying for mediation services, and managing your future child support are just a few of the major costs you’ll need to think about, and that’s not even taking day-to-day expenses into consideration. Are you wondering how you’ll be able to manage the style of living you’re used to? Before running out and asking … [Read more...] about Simple Ways to Save Money During a Divorce
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The 3 Leading Causes of Divorce
In the United States, 40 to 50 percent of marriages end in divorce. Couples end their marriages for a variety of reasons, but researchers have pinpointed three leading causes, in particular. 1.) Incompatibility. Believe it or not, incompatibility is the leading cause of divorce here in America. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines incompatible as being “incapable of association or … [Read more...] about The 3 Leading Causes of Divorce
QDROs for Child Support Payments
While many practitioners are aware that a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) can divide property, few practitioners are aware that under IRS Code 414 (p) (b), child support can be collected from ERISA plans, (such as 401 k, or Pension plans) with a QDRO. A QDRO distribution that is paid to the child or other dependent of the plan participant is taxable to the participant., Some plans will … [Read more...] about QDROs for Child Support Payments
These Tax Tips Can Make the Transition to Single Life Easier
Tax Day 2020 may seem like a long way off now, but it’ll be here before you know it. If you’ve recently divorced, it’s important you understand the implications of this decision on your tax bill and tax refund. No two divorces are exactly alike, but there are three things you can do to prevent fines, penalties or other unwanted surprises. Keep reading to learn more. 1.) Gather your … [Read more...] about These Tax Tips Can Make the Transition to Single Life Easier
We Can Help You Determine Which Assets to Keep
One of the most important aspects of a divorce is determining who gets what. If you and your spouse accumulated property or other assets over the years, it’s crucial that you calculate the value of everything and determine what you’ll keep and what you’ll get rid of. Why is it important to understand assets? Most people think all assets are created equal, but that isn’t the case. Just … [Read more...] about We Can Help You Determine Which Assets to Keep
Benefits of Financial Divorce Analysis
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 787,251 American couples divorced in 2017, an average of 2.9 per every 1,000 marriages. In the United States, divorce is ubiquitous. It’s the subject of movies, television shows, and best-selling books, yet many couples going through the divorce process do very little research, especially in terms of finances. Even if you and your ex are … [Read more...] about Benefits of Financial Divorce Analysis
What to Expect at Your First Hoffman Divorce Strategies Appointment
At Hoffman Divorce Strategies, we focus on two very specific aspects of the divorce process: Accounting your divorce Using financial strategies to help you achieve a better settlement If you don’t come from a finance background or aren’t very good with money, you’re probably feeling somewhat overwhelmed. This is perfectly understandable and nothing to be ashamed of. Divorce laws are … [Read more...] about What to Expect at Your First Hoffman Divorce Strategies Appointment
Leave the Number Crunching to Us
Are you someone who hates even basic arithmetic? We get it. Not everyone is a numbers person, and when your financial future is on the line, trying to navigate a divorce settlement without an advocate is incredibly scary. If you have kids, there are child support and custody agreements to consider, not to mention the divvying-up of property, vehicles, other assets, and debt. That’s a lot of … [Read more...] about Leave the Number Crunching to Us