Divorce often raises tough questions, especially about retirement assets. Many wonder what portion of their 401(k) or other retirement savings their ex-spouse might claim. Understanding how courts divide these assets is crucial for planning your financial future....
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How to protect your credit throughout the divorce process
Divorce can create financial stress in every area of your life, including your credit. The outcomes of a divorce can directly or indirectly impact your credit score, so protection is important. In Maryland, divorce does not erase shared debts or change credit...
How a career change or retirement can affect spousal support
Life changes, and so do financial situations. When someone retires or switches careers, their income often shifts significantly. This can affect spousal support agreements made during a divorce. Maryland law allows for adjustments when one person’s financial picture...
How is real estate divided in a divorce?
Dividing real estate in a divorce can be a complicated process, especially when the property holds significant value. You may have owned the property together for years or inherited it before marriage. Regardless of the circumstances, the goal is to ensure a fair...
How to make sure you can ask for a divorce modification later
Divorce agreements in Maryland often address issues like child custody, child support, alimony and property division. However, life circumstances can change after a divorce, making it necessary to seek a modification. It is important to understand how challenging it...
Why should unmarried couples create a cohabitation agreement?
Many couples choose to live together without getting married. While this arrangement offers flexibility, it can also create legal challenges if the relationship ends or one partner becomes incapacitated. A cohabitation agreement helps unmarried couples protect their...
Protecting inherited wealth in high-asset Maryland divorces
Some people assume that Maryland law automatically protects inherited wealth during a divorce, but that is not always the case. Without careful planning, an inheritance can become part of the marital assets and face division. Getting the facts may help Maryland...
Hiding assets in a divorce? Here’s why that’s a bad idea
Whether you're filing for divorce or you've just been served papers, brace yourself. Divorce is tough, and it often brings out the worst in people – especially when it comes to finances. You might feel tempted to manipulate your financial disclosures but resist that...
Will leaving your home impact your Maryland divorce?
Deciding whether to stay in your family home during a divorce in Maryland can be challenging. Many worry about the legal and personal implications of moving out. It’s crucial to approach this choice with a clear understanding of its potential impacts on your divorce...
Legal implications of dating during a Maryland divorce
Divorce can be tough, and starting a new relationship might seem like a way to move on. But in Maryland, dating while going through a divorce can have legal effects that you should know about. How dating affects your divorce The court makes decisions about dividing...