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When it comes to estate planning, there are many benefits that one can take advantage of. It’s important for everyone to have an estate plan in place, regardless of age or financial standing. An estate plan is a set of legal documents that provide instruction on how to handle your finances, assets, and health care […]

Why Divorced Couples Get Remarried The idea of remarrying your ex probably sounds far-fetched. After all, you divorced for a reason (or many reasons) and presumably have moved on. But remarriage does occur and may be more common than you realize. According to one study, as many as 10% to 15% of all divorced couples […]

What is a 50/50 divorce State When couples in the District of Columbia (DC) decide to end their marriage, they must go through a divorce. In Washington DC divorcing couples split their marital property 50/50. This means each party is entitled to half of the total value of the marital property. How are assets divided […]

Owning property in multiple states can be complex when planning an estate. With different state laws, tax rates, and regulations, careful consideration should be taken to ensure that your wishes are carried out in the event of your death. Here we will discuss how owning property in multiple states is handled in an estate plan. […]

No one plans for the cost of divorce. Nobody stashes aside money specifically to cater for divorce. So if you’re struggling to get money to pay for your divorce, know that it is completely normal and acceptable. In this article, we’ve compiled creative and actionable ways you can use to fund for your divorce. Divorce […]

If you have an estate plan, you’ve taken an important step toward protecting your assets and providing for your family in the event of your death. But where should you keep the documents for your estate plan? The answer depends on the type of documents you have. Some documents, such as a will, need to […]

Washington, D.C. recognizes only no-fault divorces. That means that adultery, which is a form of marital misconduct, is not a ground for divorce in the District of Columbia. However, where it can have an impact is in regard to alimony payments. Alimony, also known as spousal support, is money paid by one spouse to the […]

Whether or not your estate plan is valid if you move to another state depends on the type of estate plan you have and the laws in the state you are moving to. In general, if you are moving to another state, it is important to check the laws of the state you are moving […]

Probate is the legal process of administering the estate of a deceased person and distributing assets to the designated beneficiaries. The process is supervised by a court, either through a local probate court or a superior court. During the probate process, the court reviews the validity of the deceased person’s will and resolves any disputes […]

Alimony, also known as spousal support, is a legal obligation to financially support a former spouse after a divorce. Alimony is determined by the court and is based on several factors, such as the length of the marriage, the couple’s income, and the standard of living during the marriage. In the District of Columbia, alimony […]