Factors that can affect a marriage can vary greatly in Florida. However, one of the biggest factors includes what industries the spouses are involved in. A company called Flowing Data created a study to test which occupations can inadvertently affect divorce outcomes....
Divorce
Why do second and third marriages often end in divorce?
Unfortunately, around half of all marriages in Florida and across the United States end in divorce. Many people who have gone through a divorce feel that their chance of a successful remarriage is high. The reality, however, is that second and third marriages have an...
How a variable annuity can affect a divorce settlement
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...
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...
Impact of divorce on substantially equal periodic payments
Some older couples in Florida who are nearing retirement choose to divorce. When they do, they may have established IRAs or other retirement accounts with substantial savings that will need to be divided. If the people are under the age of 59 1/2 and have been taking...
Focusing on your divorce in the midst of other challenges
When a married couple decides that the time has come to bring things to an end, there may be many areas of uncertainty. For example, questions could arise regarding family law issues which involve children, such as child support or a dispute over custody. Financial...
Divorce and post-traumatic stress disorder
From allegations of infidelity to domestic violence, there are all sorts of reasons why a couple may decide to terminate their marriage. At the Law Offices of Beverly L. Brennan, we are aware of some of the other issues that can cause a couple to split up, such as...

