Florida couples who get a divorce may have debts they need to divide as well as assets. One question that may arise is who will be responsible for any student loans. With 45 million Americans carrying student loans and the average age of a first divorce at around 30,...
Divorce
Divorce and business interests: Who gets what?
Divorce can be complicated for Florida residents, especially if the divorcing parties are co-owners of a business. Although some divorcing couples may want to retain ownership and continue to run businesses together after the divorce is final, many couples choose to...
Life insurance in a divorce can be complicated
In Florida, there are many different things that are a part of the divorce agreement beyond just custody and property division. One key area that people need to consider is life insurance. Instead of using a standard approach that many use, parties to a divorce should...
Child Custody Rights in Florida
Divorce can be a brutal experience for some couples, but having children involved can mean that they often take the brunt of the blow. While mom and dad will adjust to living apart once again, the children must often get used to having two homes, in many cases, on top...
Gray divorce: what is it, and why is it on the rise?
In Florida and across the United States, couples over the age of 50 have been getting divorced at an increasing rate, even though the rate of divorce has decreased overall. According to one study, the rate of these "gray divorces" was twice as high in 2010 as it was...
Credit moves to make before a marriage ends
A divorce can have a significant impact on a person's credit score. Therefore individuals in Florida and throughout the country who are planning on ending their marriages are encouraged to take proactive steps to mitigate the potential damage. Ideally, a person who is...
Dealing with taxes during a divorce
When spouses get divorced, they could face tax consequences for the sale or division of some property. People going through a divorce should familiarize themselves with Florida as well as federal tax law. They may want to discuss the situation with a tax professional...
In a divorce, financial preparations could be key
For Florida couples who are facing the end of their marriage, certain factors could be cast aside, leading to mistakes. This is especially true with finances. Understanding foundational financial aspects could be critical. The steps to addressing financial...
7 Myths About Florida Divorce
There is a great deal of misinformation about how divorce works in Florida. This can cause people undue stress or lead to problems during the divorce process. Here are 7 of the most persistent myths about Florida divorce and the truth behind them: 1. Divorce Is Called...
Court rules that divorce cannot be grounds for termination
Going through the dissolution of a marriage can be a difficult time. For many spouses, fears about their financial stability, child custody matters and other issues can create a significant burden of stress. Few Florida residents, however, fear losing their job based...

