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Collaborative Divorce

Divorce Fears – Will I Be Able To Make It On My Own?

February 24, 2023 By John D. "JD" Heberger

Divorce Fears

Starting the divorce process is often full of fear. When couples are going into the unknown and not sure what their future will hold. The party who generates the most income, fears losing money and the one who generates less fears not having enough money to live comfortably and to make it on their own. In traditional litigation, parties are pitted against each other, each trying to be the … [Read more...] about Divorce Fears – Will I Be Able To Make It On My Own?

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Benefits, Collaborative Divorce, Divorce Fears, Traditional Litigation

Should You Keep the House in a Divorce?

December 28, 2022 By John D. "JD" Heberger

Keeping the house

If you are in a divorce but have qualms about giving up your family home, there are some major things you need to consider before making the decision about whether to keep it or sell it.  You may be emotionally attached to the home. Maybe you have lived there for a long time. It is a place that is home to your children, near their schools and friends. You may think it is important to keep … [Read more...] about Should You Keep the House in a Divorce?

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Collaborative Divorce, Divorce, Family Home

Financial Dos and Don’ts in a Divorce  

December 20, 2022 By John D. "JD" Heberger

dos and donts

When you or your spouse begins divorce proceedings, you both will likely have financial concerns. There are common mistakes divorcing couples make that you should avoid. If you can avoid them, your divorce will go smoother, and it will make it easier for the two of you to make the necessary compromises as you settle your divorce and divide your assets. Financial Don’ts in a Divorce Some … [Read more...] about Financial Dos and Don’ts in a Divorce  

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Collaborative Divorce, Divorce, Financial Decisions

Key Financial Records for Your Divorce

September 26, 2022 By John D. "JD" Heberger

Key Financial Records for Divorce

One of the main issues in divorce is the division of assets and liabilities. It seems both parties are always concerned that they won’t be treated fairly. The first step to making sure the community property is divided appropriately is to gather all financial records for review. You must provide all financial documents to the court if you are using traditional litigation, or to your … [Read more...] about Key Financial Records for Your Divorce

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Collaborative Divorce, Divorce, Financial Records

What Makes a High Asset Divorce Different?

September 16, 2022 By John D. "JD" Heberger

High Asset Divorce

The divorce process is always stressful even for couples who agree a divorce is in their best interest. The stress is compounded when there are a lot of assets involved. The one who generates most of the income fears losing a lot of money. The one who generates less fears not getting enough. In an ordinary divorce, couples may own a home, one or two vehicles, and maybe a family business. In a … [Read more...] about What Makes a High Asset Divorce Different?

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: assets, Collaborative Divorce, Divorce

Do We Need a Business Evaluation for Our Divorce?

March 23, 2022 By John D. "JD" Heberger

Business Evaluation and Divorce

One contentious issue that arises during a divorce is when there is a business asset and how to divide it. This is true whether the business is a professional business owned by one spouse, or a family business owned and operated by both spouses. Except in rare cases, the first step is to have the business's worth evaluated. How Valuation of a Business Works in a Collaborative Divorce In a … [Read more...] about Do We Need a Business Evaluation for Our Divorce?

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Business Evaluation, Collaborative Divorce, Divorce

Why Does Divorce Cost So Much? 

February 23, 2022 By John D. "JD" Heberger

The Cost of Divorce

Unfortunately, when a couple goes through the divorce process, emotions run high and are often the driving force for running up the costs. Traditional litigation is notorious for taking a long time and being quite expensive. A Collaborative Divorce is less stressful and less costly. Costs of Traditional Litigation In traditional litigation, each spouse has their own private attorney. … [Read more...] about Why Does Divorce Cost So Much? 

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Collaborative Divorce, Divorce Costs, Traditional Litigation

Rebuilding Your Finances After a Divorce 

January 28, 2022 By John D. "JD" Heberger

Rebuilding Finances after Divorce

Going through a divorce can play havoc with your finances. Generally, the same amount of money that supported one household must now be divided to support two of them. This often means, at least for a time, each individual's net worth and household income will be reduced. If a couple can work together in a Collaborative Divorce process, you can establish new financial goals and create a … [Read more...] about Rebuilding Your Finances After a Divorce 

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Collaborative Divorce, Finances, Rebuilding

What to Do About Your 401k In a Divorce Process

December 31, 2021 By John D. "JD" Heberger

401k and Divorce

One major issue that comes up in a divorce when dividing assets is what to do with the 401k plan. One party often questions why the account should even be divided when the account has been maintained by that person’s employer. California is a community property state, which means all income during the marriage is presumed to be community property. So, income that both parties deferred … [Read more...] about What to Do About Your 401k In a Divorce Process

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: 401K, Collaborative Divorce, Divorce

How to Divorce When You Have a Family Business

December 6, 2021 By John D. "JD" Heberger

Divorce and a Family Business

Dividing a business during the divorce process often wreaks havoc on the family business. It can be either a crippling experience or one that brings the couple together when it comes to reaching their divorce goals. The Collaborative Divorce Process Helps You Identify Your Goals In traditional divorce litigation, spouses often fight over the value of the business, each wanting to remain an … [Read more...] about How to Divorce When You Have a Family Business

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Collaborative Divorce, Divorce, Family Business

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