Couples in Florida who are planning to marry will likely have heard that almost half of the marriages in the United States end in separation or divorce. While this sobering statistic should not put off couples who love one another and plan to spend the rest of their...
Month: January 2021
How ex-spouses can remain friends
In some cases, after Florida couples get a divorce, they may find that while they do not make good partners, they can still be good friends. There are steps that they can take to strengthen their friendship even if they no longer want to be married to one another. Why...
Downsizing after a divorce
Life after divorce is a road paved with many challenges. Not only do you find yourself facing life as a single person after spending your recent history as part of a couple, but you also must figure out a new financial plan for your life. For Florida residents who...
What are prenuptial agreements?
Those entering into marriage do so with reasonable expectations things will work out. High divorce rates in Florida and the United States reveal a significant percentage of marriages don't. Someone entering into a second or third marriage might feel concerned about...
Is it possible to co-parent with a narcissist?
After years of putting up with your spouse’s narcissism, you might have decided that you have finally had enough. You might have stuck with them due to their charm and confidence. Yet, their self-centered and manipulative behavior likely harmed your relationship....
Common divorce mistakes and how to avoid them
Divorce can be one of the most stressful things people in Florida go through. From divvying up assets to figuring out child custody arrangements, there's plenty on the line during the legal process. With the stakes being so high and emotions running rampant, there are...
Tax considerations, an overlooked complication of divorce
Splitting assets in a Florida divorce is a complex process, and it is even more so when there are significant assets to divide, such as IRAs, 401(k)s and annuities. On the surface, the issue of dividing assets seems simple — just cut everything in half. However, there...