The division of property during a divorce for a Pennsylvania business owner could require a business valuation by an independent expert. This number would be used during divorce negotiations. The size and complexity of the company as well as the level of animosity...
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How to prepare for divorce settlement negotiations
There are many things that need to be considered when negotiating a financial settlement during a divorce. However, the stress of a separation could prevent a person from negotiating the fairest settlement possible. The best way to negotiate rationally is to prepare...
Length of marriage and Social Security benefits
Pennsylvania residents who were married for at least 10 years and then divorced might be able to claim Social Security benefits on their former spouse's earnings. If they were married and divorced more than once for at least a decade each time, they might be able to...
Saving for retirement while preparing for divorce
Pennsylvania couples who are getting married might want to think about how they will handle finances. Often, one person tends to be better with money, but it is best if both are financially responsible and are able to pay bills and budget effectively. This may also...
Some financial points to consider about divorce
Pennsylvania fans of actor Johnny Depp may also know that he is headed for divorce after just 15 months of marriage. However, observers say that his divorce from Amber Heard is not likely to be the reason that he is selling off a portion of his art collection. The two...
Taking steps for protection during divorce
When Pennsylvania residents are thinking about divorcing, it is important that they take certain steps to better protect themselves both during and after the process. By thinking things through ahead of filing, they may be able to minimize the financial and emotional...
Dealing with later in life divorces in Pennsylvania
According to a study done at Bowling Green State University, the number of divorces among older individuals has increased enormously in the last few years. The divorce rate for individuals between the ages of 55 and 64 doubled between 1990 and 2012; for those over the...
Dividing retirement accounts in divorce
Individuals in Pennsylvania who are divorcing will need to negotiate the division of assets, and this includes retirement accounts. How these accounts are divided and distributed depends in part upon what kind of accounts they are. For example, individuals will need...
Dealing with a business during divorce proceedings
A Pennsylvania business owner might be concerned about the future of the company if divorce enters the picture. Although a prenuptial agreement might be used prior to marriage to safeguard one's company, growth during the marriage might create a situation in which...
The role of the forensic accountant in a divorce
Pennsylvania residents who are going a through a divorce know that the entire process can be very emotional, delicate and complicated. Negotiating child support, child custody, alimony and the division of assets can be stressful, and even more so when the couple is...