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Tips to protect your finances when you divorce

On Behalf of | May 17, 2022 | Divorce |

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Divorce can impact your life in many ways. Not only are you separating from a person you thought you would be with forever, but you are splitting all your assets. 

Because of this, it isn’t uncommon for your financial situation to change. For some people, the financial impact of a divorce can cause stress in their lives. However, there are some things you can do to help protect yourself and your finances from the impact of a divorce. 

Keep an eye on your credit

It’s smart to monitor your credit report. Doing this will let you know about any unauthorized activity that may occur during the divorce. You also can file a fraud alert to the major credit bureaus. You will be contacted before any new accounts are opened under your name with this in place. 

Use a trust to protect your assets

Adding your assets to a trust can help protect them from being divided during the divorce. This is only the case if you establish the trust before the divorce proceedings start. If you don’t do this, your spouse may try to claim that you are hiding assets to get their share of them. 

Purchase business insurance

If you own a business, purchasing insurance when you know a divorce is imminent is smart. It’s best to purchase this when you first open your business, but if you haven’t, getting one now is advisable. With insurance, you can buy your spouse out rather than having them take half of the business. 

Protecting your financial situation during a divorce

During a divorce settlement, you may receive several financial resources, like child support and alimony. This can help your financial situation. However, taking the steps here can provide you with peace of mind that your finances will not take that big of a hit. 

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