I bought some fancy paper and cut it into 4” x 1” strips. I sent 6 strips in an envelope to each family and friend along with a note explaining what to do. They were to write a memory they
So many of us live the life that falls into place for us rather than taking control of our future. It is time to take control and make your life what you really want it to be. That may mean
I wanted to assure my daughter would have good credit when she graduated and therefore be better able to live comfortably on her own. I also needed to find a way to reduce the cost of sending her to college.
I have always felt that my job as a parent is to teach my children how to not need me.
After all, someday I will be gone, they will need to be on their own, and there is no way
1. It may appear that assets are split equally only to later find out that it is not equal at all. For example, One person receives the home valued at $350,000 and the spouse receives the 401K plan valued at
This can be a real opportunity to take control of your life and make it be what you want it to be for yourself and your children. It’s the time for you to “figure out what you want to be
I suggest holding onto the things that have real long-term emotional connection and meaning to you, such as things handed down to you from your family, awards you may have earned and the like. Remember that family photos, DVDs, and
“Where to hold your ground and when to let go in a divorce. And how to get the emotion out and do what’s right during this tough time”.
If you have children, it is important to remember that the other
All investments are not created equal. Below are a few factors to consider when assets are being divided.
1. Often when a home is sold there can be little to no tax due. However when qualified retirement plan assets are
From a purely financial point of view and not an emotional one, a prenuptial agreement can provide protection and security for the long term. However, consider the following:
It is rare that two people come together with exactly the same