Going through a divorce can be emotionally and financially draining, and when you’re on a limited budget, it can feel even more overwhelming. But the good news is that there are creative ways to reduce costs and still achieve a fair settlement. This article will explore practical strategies and tips to help you navigate the […]
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Divorce is a life-altering event that brings both emotional and financial challenges. Starting over after divorce can be especially daunting when you have limited finances. However, with the right mindset and strategic planning, it is possible to rebuild your life and achieve financial stability. This article provides guidance and practical tips to help you navigate
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Divorce can be emotionally and financially draining, leaving you feeling lost and overwhelmed. If you’re starting over after divorce with little to no money, it can be even more challenging. However, there are steps you can take to rebuild your life and finances. Here are five strategies to help you get back on your feet.
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‘Til Debt Do Us Part: Inflation preventing thousands of American couples from being able to separate, reveals survey. Over half of singles would not get into a relationship with someone who has large debts. The average single said they would be deterred by a debt amount of $33k. 1 in 4 believe any debt incurred
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Divorce can be unpleasant, particularly if your breakup occurs past the age of 50. There’s the emotional sting of dealing with a failed relationship late in life, the challenges of dating again and starting over as a single person, and of course, financial issues to tackle. Unfortunately, money matters can sometimes take a backseat to the
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Q: My husband is leaving after twenty years of marriage. He has been the primary bread winner. I make 25,000 a year doing job a love. I and my adult children will be living together for one year (hopefully). I do not know where to begin with spending, saving or anything and at times I can
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Are you worried about an ex spouse or soon-to-be ex ruining your credit? Unfortunately, in the aftermath of divorce, financial sabotage — whether intentional or accidental — is all too common. One of the worst financial hits you can take is when your credit gets ruined by your previous mate. Here’s what you need to
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Going through a divorce can be stressful but you need to be in a position to make some sound financial decisions throughout the process. There are several things you can do to avoid being a financial victim after divorce, including getting help from a financial planner or other professionals to keep yourself on the right
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One of the biggest mistakes many couples make during the divorce process is ignoring the financial ramifications of the situation. Even if you are working with a lawyer to come to an agreement for dividing up financial assets and separating your accounts, you’ll need a plan to secure your financial future and take control of
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When you and your spouse both know that your marriage just isn’t going to work and you want a divorce, you might end up staying married because neither of you can really afford to leave. Many people who want to file for divorce realize that they simply can’t afford to end their marriage when they
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If you have recently ended a marriage or a relationship and had children at some point during the relationship, you may be eligible to receive child support from the other parent. Child support laws exists to ensure that the child or children are appropriately cared for once the parents’ relationship has terminated. Child support is
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Going through a divorce will take its toll on your emotional and financial well-being. But did you know that it can also affect your credit score? When you’re thinking about getting a divorce, or already going through divorce, worrying about your credit score is probably low on the priority list but it’s not something you
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Q: “My fiance is having problems getting a mortgage. This is due to his ex‑wife’s failure to pay a previous joint mortgage with a certain company. We can prove that he made payments to the joint account and prove that she canceled the direct debit. Can you please advise how we can repair this damaged
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Maintaining a good credit rating while going through divorce can be very tricky. On the one hand, even if the two parties who are separating can agree on how assets and liabilities (like that mortgage) are supposed to be split, that does not mean that your creditors are bound to those terms. In fact, whatever deal you work out with your soon-to-be ex-spouse has no bearing whatsoever on your legal responsibility to repay debts for which you and he were both co-signers. In a nutshell, this means that if the two of you co-signed for credit cards, your house, a car note, or anything else, then your creditors can still legally come after either one of you for repayment.
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Q: My ex-husband filed for bankruptcy without my knowledge before we divorced in 2008. The bankruptcy included a loan on which I was a co-signer. Now my credit score has dropped to 525. Is there any way I can get this off my credit or prove that he filed bankruptcy without my knowledge? A: This
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