16 Jul The plan you never want to make: How to prepare for a divorce
Written by Mary Ann Ferreira, CFP®, CDFA™, AIF® Original article posted on Market Watch Here....
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07 Jan Why divorcing over 50 can be especially awful
Written by Mary Ann Ferreira, CFP®, CDFA™, AIF® Original article posted on Market Watch Here ...
06 Nov Divorce and Estate Planning
How does divorce affect estate planning? Wills for both spouses are often drawn up sometime during the marriage--particularly if there are children involved. When divorce is contemplated, the selection of beneficiaries and executors will likely be revised to reflect the absence of your former spouse. Additionally,...
11 Sep How Women Are Different from Men, Financially Speaking
We all know men and women are different in some fundamental ways. But is this true when it comes to financial planning? In a word, yes. In the financial world, women often find themselves in very different circumstances than their male counterparts. Everyone wants financial security....
13 Mar Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO)
What is a qualified domestic relations order (QDRO)? A qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) is a court judgment, decree, or order establishing the marital property rights of a spouse, former spouse, child, or dependent of a pension plan participant with respect to certain qualified retirement plans....
07 Aug Dealing with Divorce
Divorce can be a lengthy process that may strain your finances and leave you feeling out of control. But with the right preparation, you can protect your interests, take charge of your future, and save yourself time and money. You certainly never expected divorce when...
25 Sep Alimony: Tax Planning
What is alimony? Generally, alimony is a support payment made to a former (or separated) spouse under a divorce decree (or separation instrument) in an attempt to maintain the predivorce lifestyle. Alimony is determined by state law and is sometimes called maintenance. It is based on...
11 Jun Are You Sabotaging Your Finances With Your Spouse?
This is a repost of a great article I read this morning. It is extremely relevant in this day of underwater mortgages and the thought still of, "keeping up with the Jonses." How Couples Sabotage Their Finances Simple principles still apply here: Spend less than you make ...
17 Nov The Impact of a Divorce on Your Finances
Divorce can extract a heavy price -- both emotionally and financially. Protecting your financial health during a divorce is crucial. If you and your spouse are headed toward a split, be sure to learn about the laws that shape divorce proceedings and the impact they...
17 Oct Who Is Your Beneficiary?
Good planning takes into account both the expected and the unexpected. By building your nest egg, you're planning for the comfortable retirement you always hoped for. All it takes to plan for the unfortunate event that something unexpected happens on the way to retirement is...