Sometimes going through divorce is inevitable no matter how hard two people strive to make their marriage work. Unfortunately, the dissolution of a marriage can take both a financial toll and an emotional toll on those going through it. Here are a couple of...
Divorce
Making informed choices about the family home in a divorce
There are a variety of reasons for which you might grow attached to your home and feel somewhat reluctant to entertain the idea of letting it go. Whether the home holds a certain level of sentimental value or rests in a convenient location in Virginia, the thought of...
The divorce process may go smoother when emotions are let go
No one would tell Virginia residents facing divorce not to feel the hurt, anger and other feelings associated with it, but if they can do the following, it may help refocus their energy on making sure to protect their rights and interests during the process: Anger is...
Divorce: Is your military family care plan all set?
If you or your spouse is a member of the U.S. armed forces stationed in Virginia, then “readiness” is a theme with which you are undoubtedly familiar. While the army, in particular, is prone to jokes about “hurrying up to wait,” the idea of being as prepared and ready...
Making sure you receive your fair share of the marital property
If you are like other couples in Virginia and elsewhere across the country, the longer you were married, the more you accumulated. Now that you are facing a divorce, dividing that property becomes a priority. It may seem odd to boil down the years you spent with your...
Are you facing a gray divorce?
Perhaps, you consider yourself part of the trending crowd in Virginia. You’re someone who, although you have celebrated more than 50 birthdays, likes to keep up with the times, stay updated on advanced technology and try to live your best life because you and your...
Living apart under the same roof: a survival guide
There’s one phase of the divorce process that many couples dread, but it can be unavoidable: living together after you decide to split. In most cases, people continue to live in the same home out of financial necessity, for the kids, or because they want to test the...
Should household goods be appraised in a divorce?
As the years pass during a marriage, couples here in Virginia and elsewhere will often purchase items for their homes. Like many people, they may not spend much time considering the value of their household goods during their daily lives. However, when it comes to...
What will happen to my retirement fund in a divorce?
Most people in Fairfax and Leesburg have a lot of wealth tied up in their retirement plans. Some in the area may have a 401(k) plan through their private employers, while public employees and others may be entitled to a retirement pension after so many years of...
Making sure marital property division follows a prenup
Before the “I do’s” and after wedding preparations begin, many Virginia couples may discuss the possibility of executing a prenuptial agreement. One of the primary intents of such an agreement is to decide issues regarding marital property division in the event of a...

