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Divorce and Taxes – A 4-Part Guide to Avoiding Costly Mistakes – Part 4: Long-Term Tax Planning for Divorce: How to Protect Your Financial Future
Most people focus on the short-term during divorce—but smart financial planning means thinking years, even decades, ahead. A settlement that looks fair today may become burdensome tomorrow if it doesn’t account for long-term tax consequences. In this final installment of…
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Divorce and Taxes – A 4-Part Guide to Avoiding Costly Mistakes – Part 3: Common Tax Mistakes Divorcing Couples Make–and How to Avoid Them
Dividing assets in a divorce isn’t just about splitting everything 50/50—it’s about understanding the real, after-tax value of each asset. Failing to factor in taxes during the division process can leave one spouse at a serious disadvantage and result in…
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Divorce and Taxes – A 4-Part Guide to Avoiding Costly Mistakes – Part 2: How to Minimize Capital Gains Taxes When Selling the Marital Home After Divorce
Selling the marital home can be one of the most emotionally and financially challenging aspects of divorce. Understanding how to minimize taxes when selling your home is crucial to making the best financial decision. Often, homeowners overlook potential tax consequences…
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Divorce and Taxes – A 4-Part Guide to Avoiding Costly Mistakes – Part 1: Hidden Tax Traps in Divorce: What You Need to Know Before Dividing Assets
When divorcing, it’s not just about who gets what—it’s about how those assets are taxed. Tax implications can dramatically alter your financial future, yet they’re often overlooked in the heat of negotiation. In this 4-part blog series, we explore the…
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How to Support Your Friends Through Divorce Without Taking Sides
Supporting a friend through a divorce can be challenging, especially when your friends with both spouses. Whether you’re helping a friend navigate their divorce or considering divorce yourself, there are ways to preserve relationships and move forward with dignity. If…
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Breaking the Stigma Around Prenuptial Agreements
Summary: A prenuptial agreement can be a valuable tool for couples to clarify financial expectations, define shared responsibilities, and communicate openly before marriage. While stigmas around prenups still exist, they often stem from a lack of transparency rather than the…
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New York Court Strikes Down Spousal Support (Alimony) Waiver—What It Could Mean for Your Prenuptial Agreement
A recent New York case, JM v. GV[1], found that a spousal maintenance waiver in a prenuptial agreement was unenforceable due to lack of financial specificity and unequal legal representation. While most of the prenup was upheld, the court struck…
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An Amicable Divorce Could Be Better for Children Than an Unhappy Marriage
Staying together “for the kids” can do more harm than good if the home is filled with tension or emotional distance. Children absorb their environment and often mirror their parents’ relationships. A respectful, amicable divorce is often better for children’s…
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Divorcing After 50? The Team Approach Can Make Your Gray Divorce Easier, Smarter, and More Respectful
Divorce after 50, often called “Gray Divorce,” is more common than ever. In fact, 36% of all adults who divorced in 2022 were 50 or older. Starting over at this stage of life comes with unique challenges, from dividing decades…
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Why You Should Consider Negotiating Your Divorce Out of Court—Even with an “Ironclad” Prenup
One of the goals of a prenuptial agreement is to give you a sense of security if your marriage ends in divorce. But what happens when life doesn’t unfold exactly the way you expected? Whether the terms of the prenup…
Read MoreOvercome Divorce Fear & Paralysis Workshop | April 16, 2025
Gain Clarity, Confidence, and a Path Forward-Whether You’re Considering Divorce or Feeling Stuck in the Process Feeling stuck trying to decide whether to stay or go? This free workshop is for you. Between emotional overwhelm and legal confusion, it’s no…
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Dividing the Vacation Home in Divorce: Practical Solutions for Shared Properties
For couples who have second homes that are used primarily on weekends or for vacation, determining how to share usage during the divorce process and how to divide the asset after the divorce is an important issue that needs to…
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