For many, going through a divorce is a stressful time filled with many questions. While the emotional side of a divorce can be extremely difficult to cope with, there are much more tangible sources of stress that may be confusion to those dealing with them. If,...
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How parents seek work after change in post-divorce finances
If you are thinking of getting or have already completed a divorce, there is often an adjustment period related to cost of living as a couple to that as a single person. When kids are involved, this can seem to stretch the finances even further. Many stay-at-home...
New Year’s Resolutions for Tennessee’s divorced or soon-to-be
Whether you have just completed a divorce, are in the process or are thinking of beginning the divorce process, the New Year is a coveted holiday for those seeking a chance to start fresh. This is why New Year is a perfect holiday to give yourself the gift of...
Can retirement accounts be divided in a divorce?
For many married couples living in Tennessee, the original commitment does not last. While there are many reasons that this could happen, what really matters is what happens next. Finances are always a top concern among those going through a divorce, and what to do...
Preparing for post-divorce finances in Tennessee
As far as divorce goes, finances may be at the top of the list of concerns for couples in Tennessee that have decided to split. There can be a financial adjustment period for those who are moving from a two-income household to a single-income household. There is no...
‘Secret spending’: A predecessor to TN divorce?
Many newly married couples wonder how can it be possible that roughly half of all marriages end in divorce. A recent study has been released that may shed some light on what may be a contributing factors to these divorces. The Wall Street Journal dubs the problem...
In divorce, Tennessee is a common law property state
In divorce court, there is often much talk of common law property states and community property states. Why does it matter what type of state you live in? Because marital property is counted and divided differently in common law property states versus community...
A few tips on how to recover financially after a divorce
There are many reasons those recently divorced may be feeling the pinch of tight finances. Since it is cheaper living married than single, the recently divorced are already at a disadvantage. Couple that with any costs associated with the divorce and the property...
Marital debts count as marital property in TN asset division
A problem for many married couples today is the amount of debt they incur while married. Everything from mortgages, auto loans and even credit card debt can be considered debt that is appropriated to both parties. Sometimes poor financial situations can even be a...
CEO and ex-wife reach property division and divorce settlement
When it comes to divorce, dividing assets can be one of the most complicated and divisive issues. This is especially true for couples who have a high net worth or are business owners. The public divorce of the CEO of Citadel and his wife was of interest to not only...