Individuals who purchase an annuity in Florida agree to pay money to an insurance company in exchange for annual payments in the future. When a variable annuity is the investment vehicle of choice, the payments received by the annuitant in the future are not...
Beverly L . Brennan
Beverly L. Brennan Attorney & Counsellor at Law Naples Florida
ATTORNEY & COUNSELOR AT LAW
Certified divorce financial advisors
Financial stress and the issues that cause it are among the leading causes of divorce in the United States. Divorcees in Florida probably already know about the need for a good attorney, but they should also consider employing the services of a certified divorce...
Assessing the value of a medical practice in divorce
When a Florida physician gets a divorce, one important step in the process is to assess the value of the physician's practice. In many divorces, both spouses hire a forensic accountant to value the business. Appraising the practice Whether you are the physician or the...
What to bring when you meet with a family law attorney
If you are a Florida resident preparing to get a divorce, you probably want to start figuring out which of your and your spouse’s assets constitute marital property. Marital property is nearly anything acquired during a marriage, and it must be split “equitably,” or...
How to balance a job and divorce
Chances are that Florida spouses going through a divorce are also employees, so they must balance the emotional demands of their divorce along with their duties at work. The onus for doing so falls on them as job demands remain the same regardless of what someone is...
Financial tips for older adults who divorce
A "gray divorce" is the phrase that is sometimes used to refer to divorce between older adults, and it carries its own set of unique challenges. People in Florida who are close to retirement or already retired do not have the luxury of years in the workforce ahead to...
Consider a prenuptial agreement before marriage
In the past, many people getting married in Florida simply did not want to talk about a prenuptial agreement. The truth is that this is a conversation that you almost can't afford not to have. If you are bringing assets into the marriage, they are at risk in a divorce...
A billionaire reportedly hides money in South Dakota
Florida residents in the midst of divorce always face the risk that their spouse may try to siphon assets from the marital estate and hide them from the court. Spouses who are trying to hide assets have a powerful legal ally in trust laws in South Dakota that give...
Financial issues to consider when ending a marriage
It isn't uncommon for married couples in Florida and around the country to share a financial adviser while they are together. In some cases, a financial advisor may be willing and able to work with you alone or with you and your estranged spouse during the divorce...
Spouses often make financial errors during a divorce
In Florida, spouses going through a divorce often make unforced errors that can harm their post-divorce life. Specifically, they tend to make personal finance mistakes from either overlooking something or focusing on the wrong priorities. Spouses need to focus on a...
