There is a lot of talk about protecting finances in a divorce and separating assets. Few people in Wisconsin remember to focus on protecting their credit as well. Note that a divorce may not have a direct impact on credit scores. However, it may have indirect effects,...
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Property Division
Financial mistakes to avoid when getting a divorce
When it comes to divorce in Wisconsin, trying to navigate financial separation can increase the tension. Sometimes the negative emotions arise from not just deliberately malicious behavior but financial mistakes on both parts. This can put the financial future of both...
The assets that count as marital property in a divorce
When it comes to filing for a divorce in Wisconsin, the Date of Separation is important. According to Forbes, the DOS may be decided based on when one party moved out of the house, when the couple physically separated or when the person filing for divorce announced...
How is art work divided during a divorce?
Whether you're a collector or an artist, works of art likely hold quite a bit of value you in your life. That's why it can be so difficult for divorcing couples to decide who gets what when the marriage ends. While the property division rules in your state will...
Do you need a forensic accountant on your divorce team?
Anyone in Wisconsin who has ever gone through a divorce can probably attest that it can be a highly emotional, heart-wrenching process. However, once you take your emotions out of the equation, divorce is really about dividing your assets and debts so you can start...
Items with sentimental value and property division
When marital property is split up, all sorts of different problems may arise. Some people may become very upset with the way in which marital property was split up, while others may suffer negative financial consequences. Moreover, losing property can have more than...
Is Wisconsin a community property state?
When it comes to the distribution of marital property, there are many key terms that people should be aware of. For example, some states are community property states, while others are equitable division states. If you are planning on moving ahead with a divorce in...
Complex property division and collaborative divorce
We have covered different issues related to the distribution of marital property on this blog, such as making preparations for property division and various examples of marital property. Some people, however, find themselves in a unique position when it comes to the...
Reviewing examples of marital property
When it comes to divorce, there are a number of areas of concern that may be applicable to a couple's circumstances. For example, child-related legal issues can be emotional and challenging, such as disputes over custody and child support orders. The financial side of...
Preparing for the distribution of marital property
People who have decided to move ahead with a divorce often have an array of questions and concerns, especially if they have children or are not very familiar with the divorce process. This is especially true for those with a significant amount of wealth, real estate...