In general, the longer a marriage lasts, the more likely you are to accumulate assets. In a Massachusetts divorce, the division of marital property follows the law of equitable distribution. What qualifies as marital property? Marital property refers to assets...
If you are going through a divorce, you will probably negotiate a property settlement agreement with your ex-spouse to govern the distribution of the marital assets. The property settlement will need to account for the division of retirement assets. You must give...
Many remain unaware of what forensic accountants do. These specialists help unravel bankruptcies, money laundering, securities fraud, and tax evasion. Additionally, they can be relevant during a divorce. One can uncover important information that alters the...
If your divorce goes to trial, a judge may be the one making crucial decisions about separating your shared assets. From real estate, business holding or other investments to items that have personal value, neither of you may have much control over the final judgment....
The home you own with your spouse likely has immense emotional and financial value. In the event of a divorce, you may wonder if one spouse has the right to keep the home. Previous posts dealt with splitting up home equity, but what if you or your spouse do not want...
When you divide property during a Massachusetts divorce, you may want to pay particular attention to your home’s equity. For many former couples, the equity they have in their once-shared home represents their most valuable asset. When it comes to your own home equity...
Cryptocurrency, or digital currency, has become a hot-button issue in Massachusetts divorces. Many Americans now own at least one type of cryptocurrency. Yet, because it is relatively new, there are many questions about the role it plays in divorce and how divorcing...
Massachusetts courts may order one spouse to pay alimony to the other in a divorce. Either spouse can ask the judge for alimony during divorce proceedings. Review this guide to learn more about how receiving spousal support works in Massachusetts. Types of alimony...
Determining who will care for children is arguably the most important issue that divorcing couples need to resolve. Ideally, they should work together to reach a resolution that will be best for the children. Learning about some fundamental elements of how...
If you and your former partner are getting a divorce, then you likely have many issues to address during the process. Whatever the reason for divorce, you need to think about property division. When making a decision, it is a good idea for you to prepare beforehand...