One of the major parts of a divorce is separating property. Minnesota uses the concept of equitable division, which is a subjective way to divide assets. If a couple cannot agree, the court will take on division and separate property in a fair manner. When doing so,...
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The 3 things that can happen to your lake cabin in divorce
Minnesotans who are lucky enough to own a cabin love to spend as much time there as they can. The fishing, boating, jet skiing and other fun that can be had at the lake create precious memories and are a good way to unwind after a long week at work or school. For many...
5 myths about gray divorce
When an older couple decides to divorce, it may come as a surprise to those around them. As an older person contemplating divorce, you may feel alone, frightened or even embarrassed. There are many misconceptions surrounding "gray divorce," the term often used to...
Can you sell your work tools in the lead-up to your divorce?
Even if divorcing your spouse is the correct course of action, the end of your marriage is likely to affect your life in ways you may not expect. If you are thinking about using your divorce as motivation to change careers, it may be tempting to sell your work tools...
Can mediation help settle your high asset divorce?
With marriages strained even more over the last couple of years, divorces continue to move forward in large numbers. If your marital assets total over a million dollars, you likely fall into the high asset category. Is mediation still a possibility? If you and your...
Who gets the family farm when you divorce?
For generations, your family has owned, lived on and operated the farm on which you reside and work now. As you and your spouse consider and plan to divorce, however, you now worry that you could lose the land your family has for so long cared for. If you own a family...
Is there an advantage to filing for divorce before your spouse?
If the end of your marriage is on the horizon, you may feel like you are playing a game of chess. After all, not only must you decide when the time is right to divorce your spouse, but you also must strategize for beginning the next chapter of your life. Beating your...
Are there penalties for hiding assets during a divorce?
If you are going through a divorce, you undoubtedly want to have as many financial resources as possible to begin the next chapter of your life. Still, according to Minnesota law, you may only receive an equitable share of everything you and your current spouse own....
3 tips for divorcing later in life
While divorce is never easy, it can be more difficult if you split from your spouse later in life. According to U.S. News and World Report, this is partly because you have less time to recover in many respects but especially financially. That does not mean that you...
Who gets the dog during your divorce?
If you have a dog, there is a good chance you see the animal as a member of your family. This is probably particularly true if you and your spouse do not have children. According to reporting from The Conversation, losing your dog may cause you to experience deep...