Getting the best out of your divorce
Whether someone was anticipating the demise of his or her marriage or it came as a surprise, the process of ending things can be overwhelming. Most people in Kentucky are not familiar with the divorce process until they are actually embarking on their own journey....
Financial concerns in a gray divorce
Divorce can be challenging at any age, but there are some unique hurdles to divorce after the age of 50. Although a married couple might be more financially secure after decades of working and accumulating assets, gray divorce can take a significant financial toll on...
Addressing complex assets during divorce
Decades of marriage usually means accumulating a significant array or marital of assets. Dividing these assets during divorce can be quite a task, especially when there are more complex assets at play. For example, divorcing couples in Kentucky often overlook property...
Will I get to keep my dog if I get divorced?
Pet owners often feel as though their furry friends are not just animals, but part of the family. Parting with a beloved pet can be particularly painful for these individuals. And yet this is the reality that many people face when they go through a divorce. Who gets...
Can I get Social Security benefits after my divorce?
For many people in Kentucky, life after divorce can be a lot different -- and even better -- than before. However, getting one’s post-divorce finances in order can be a challenge. Those who are close to retirement may not even realize that they can take Social...
What is a “gray divorce”?
“Gray divorce” is a term that refers to a divorce that occurs later in the couple’s life. The parties to a gray divorce are usually in their late fifties or older and have often been together for several decades. The parties to a gray divorce face many of the same...
Remember taxes during property division
Divorce can be a time-consuming process in Kentucky. By the time someone has managed to work his or her way through child custody, support and more, there may not be much energy left to fully deal with matters like property division. This can be problematic, as...
Do prenuptial agreements signal bad luck?
Even Kentucky couples who are not superstitious may go still out of their way to avoid bad luck. Unfortunately, since some people regard prenuptial agreements as bad omens, this means there are a lot of couples missing out on the benefits of a prenup. Dispelling some...
Keeping emotions, finances in perspective during divorce
It is almost impossible to know exactly when one is making the right decision in life, especially when it is hard to predict the consequences. This is why seeking help during times of uncertainty is generally well-advised. For example, speaking with a financial...
How are small businesses divided during divorce?
During a divorce, both spouses divide the assets. Since the business is an asset, both parties need to decide how to divide the business. Both spouses must agree the decision is fair. If one spouse believes he or she put more effort into the business than the other,...
