Denver Family Law Blog

Many of the decisions you and your spouse must make as you dissolve your marriage involve finances. Like, how you will divide real estate or investment accounts. If there’s a need for monetary support arrangements, there will be pressures on each side: what can the primary breadwinner afford to pay and still be able to live. Conversely the dependent spouse worries about how much is needed and how to make ends meet.

During a divorce, emotions can run high. You may feel overrun by the toll your divorce is taking on you and your children. Processing your thoughts and feelings is undoubtedly vital to moving forward. Yet, sound financial planning can also help ease long-term worries about moving forward on your own.

When you are dating, it is natural to want to be around your boyfriend or girlfriend. Regardless of your age or past relationships, you likely desire to share as much time and space as possible with your new love interest.

You may believe that purchasing real estate together is a sound financial decision, especially if you plan to get married in the future. However, is it possible to buy a house together before marriage, while also protecting yourself?

When you got married, you each committed the rest of your life to the other, vowing to care for each other regardless of the circumstances. However, you may not have fully grasped what that might look like, or how devastating that commitment could become.

Studies suggest declining health may lead to divorce. Men tend to marry women younger in age and, therefore, females are more likely to experience the end of a marriage due to becoming a widow. However, either party's health concerns may contribute to divorce.

Whether you once described yourself as a hopeless romantic, married someone you got along well with or chose to tie the knot because of an unexpected pregnancy, a change in your relationship status can make you question your previous decisions. If you decide to move forward with a divorce, establishing your financial future is likely one of your most pressing concerns - especially if you and your spouse share children. This is a time when objectivity may be difficult. However, it can be important to distinguish between your own financial objectives and the genuine needs of your children.

Studies suggest that over half of Americans prioritize financial security over love. In some cases, higher income or substantial net worth can increase the complexity of child support. If you have money, you might wonder how meeting the needs of your children post-divorce could be uncertain. You might also be concerned about the point at which claims about the financial "needs" of your child feel like a thinly veiled attempt to transfer additional wealth to your ex.