June 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision Loving v. Virginia, declaring bans on interracial marriage unconstitutional The Case Mildred Jeter, a black woman, and Richard Loving, a white man, drove from Central Point, Virginia to...
Divorce
Too many divorcing millennials undervalue their 401k and IRA accounts.
Many young couples don't put much value on the retirement accounts and savings that are divided in divorce. For many in their 20s and 30s, items like houses and vehicles are seen as more important than the IRAs and 401k accounts. However, these accounts are...
Reassess your financial priorities after divorce.
Everything changes for most people during a divorce. Most people take time to reassess many aspects of their lives once they get through the divorce process. One of the most important aspects of this reassessment involves your finances. There are a few important tips...
Tips for a high-asset divorce
Are you facing an impending divorce in Georgia and know that you and your spouse have a sizeable estate that will need to be divided? If so, it will be important for you to know what pitfalls to avoid and what things to focus on in order to ensure that you do not get...
Women Seem To Be Better At Handling Their Finances After a Divorce
Surveys conducted by CPA financial advisors show that more than three quarters of retirement age divorcees could improve on the way they handle their finances. There has been a steady increase in divorce rates of couples over 50 since the 90's, which has led to...
Protect your business ownership in divorce
If you are like most successful entrepreneurs and other business owners, the business itself represents your life work. It is one of the most important aspects of your life, something you want to protect against any attacks and challenges. However important a business...
Financial tips for people getting divorced
Upon making the decision to end a marriage, Georgia residents must put their energy into navigating the process and setting themselves up for a new future. For most people, financial matters can cause a lot of angst during a divorce but people are cautioned to avoid...
Protect your credit after your divorce.
People going through their first divorce are primarily concerned with the outcome of the divorce proceedings. They worry about whether they will get a favorable child support or spousal support ruling without thinking much about how these payments will be made. The...
Tips for spouses contemplating divorce in the New Year
The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers indicates that the first quarter of every new calendar year sees a jump in the number of divorces that are initiated. Many couples in Georgia and around the nation wait through the holidays before making the decision to end...
Understanding date of separation in a divorce
Are you getting divorced in Georgia? Do you have assets and debts to divide with your spouse? If so, you will want to pay careful attention to the date that is ultimately identified as your official date of separtion. Just what is this and why does it matter so much?...

