Have you or your spouse ever said the words, "I don't want you to fix my problem. I want you to listen to me"? Has a fight ever started because one of you did not feel supported while the other struggled to guess what the other wants? Simply put, men and women see...
Could your ex be hiding assets in a business?
On behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Jan 28, 2021 | Property Division
Divorce is a stressful and emotional experience; it is also a financial one. This fact can be frightening, particularly for someone who was economically dependent on a spouse during marriage. One fear that people in this position might have is whether the other person...
Advice from divorcées: own your financial future
On behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Jan 15, 2021 | Property Division
In the majority of marriages in the United States, the husband makes all of the financial planning decisions on behalf of the couple. This statistic holds true across generations – from baby boomers to millennials. The overwhelming majority of married women – 80%...
How to keep your furry friend when your marriage ends
On behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Jan 7, 2021 | Property Division
When you and your spouse decide to call it quits, it can feel like your whole world is crumbling around you. In addition to losing your life partner, you may also be losing your home, your lifestyle and even members of your social circle. It can add insult to injury...
Dividing and protecting your 401K in a divorce
On behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Dec 22, 2020 | Property Division
During a divorce, much attention is given to how a couple will split up their joint assets. Each person may also focus a lot of energy on what they want to keep or how they can maintain as much of their savings as possible. When it comes to dividing a retirement plan...
A cohabitation agreement can offer protections to unmarried couples
On behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Oct 22, 2020 | Property Division
A generation ago, couples rarely lived together until after they were married. However, the tides have turned, and couples are increasingly opting to live together before – or instead of – marriage. A recent study from the Pew Research Center found that cohabitation...
What property will you have to give up in your divorce?
On behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Aug 3, 2020 | Property Division
One of the primary concerns a person may have during divorce is what will happen to his or her stuff. If you are facing the likelihood of your marriage ending, you also probably have concerns about what this means for your financial well-being and economic standing in...
How is student loan debt handled in a Washington divorce?
On behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Jul 14, 2020 | Property Division
Student loan debt is growing at an alarmingly high rate in the U.S. Higher education is becoming increasingly necessary in order to get good job opportunities. At the same time, tuition costs are unaffordable to the majority of Americans. Consequently, many students...
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