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How to protect your investments during a divorce

On Behalf of | Mar 6, 2023 | Divorce

Divorce can be a difficult and trying time for you and your family. On top of the emotional burden, there is an extra layer of complexity when a lot of assets are at stake.

To navigate these waters, you should understand the strategies and steps you can take to protect your investments.

Understand the tax implications

Taxes can have a major impact on the outcome of a high-asset divorce. Taxes can significantly reduce the amount of money that is available for division in the divorce settlement. For example, if you or your spouse owns a business or has stock options, you could end up with a lot less money because of the associated taxes.

Divide the accounts fairly

You should also make sure that you equitably divide any accounts that you and your spouse share. If there are any discrepancies between the value of the assets you and your spouse are receiving, it is important that you rectify them before finalizing the divorce.

Hire a financial advisor

One of the most important steps to take when it comes to protecting your investments is to hire a financial advisor. An advisor can help you make sense of the complex paperwork, explain the implications of your divorce settlement, and provide objective advice and guidance.

You may want to focus on immediate gains during the divorce process, but the decisions you make now will have an impact on your financial future. Keeping this in mind can help ensure that you are protecting your investments and assets in the long term.

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