When a relationship reaches its breaking point and becomes irreparable, most couples begin to consider divorce. However, this may not be the ideal solution for all couples who want to sever their personal relationship. A legal separation under Wisconsin law presents a...
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How women are financially impacted by divorce
No Wisconsin couple enters into a marriage thinking their relationship will eventually end. Unfortunately, the divorce rate is high in the country; people can change and things can happen that chip away at a marriage. Women are particularly impacted by divorce in...
Why are empty nest divorces increasing?
If you are an empty nester in Wisconsin, you may feel restless because of your newfound freedom. Many couples translate this feeling into not knowing how to address their children, foregoing any serious discussion. However, empty nester divorces still require...
Traits to look for in a divorce mediator
Ending your Wisconsin marriage is almost certain to be a life-altering process, especially if bad blood is involved. And the complications and stress are multiplied if there are children involved, significant and varied assets, or both. For many couples, divorce...
Separate assets may join the community estate
Wisconsin is a community property state, which means that all assets inside of the marital estate are divided evenly in a divorce settlement. For instance, if your spouse bought a house during the marriage, you would likely be entitled to half of its value. Of course,...
Divorcing: How will it affect the children?
Divorce is a challenging and complex decision in Wisconsin and other locales, especially when spouses consider how it might impact their children. While individuals often see divorce as a negative event, in some cases, it can produce positive outcomes for every family...
What to know about prenups
A prenuptial agreement may be an ideal way to protect assets that you acquired before your marriage such as a car or Wisconsin home. It can also be used to protect ideas that may form the foundation of a company that grows to a $1 million valuation after a marriage is...
What happens to debt in Wisconsin divorce?
Despite a relatively low divorce rate in the state of Wisconsin, a good portion of couples in the state eventually end their marriages. One issue that often arises during divorce negotiations is responsibility for marital debt. Divorce in Wisconsin First, you should...
Divorce and navigating your financial future
In Wisconsin, divorce can come with significant financial challenges, regardless of your marriage stage or age. Managing your finances during and after divorce is crucial and can ensure your future financial stability. Understand the financial impacts Be prepared for...
Navigating Social Security benefits after a divorce in Wisconsin
Retirement funds and some crucial government benefits are often the top concern when going through a divorce in your later years in Wisconsin. If your spouse was eligible to collect Social Security, you might wonder if you can get part of that as a divorced spouse -...