Recent Posts in Finance

• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 13-Nov-2019

  My Separation Agreement Checklist!

  Are you thinking of Divorce? Well, you’re not alone. With 40%-50% of all marriages ending in divorce this is not as uncommon as you think. An important part of the divorce process is developing an agreement you can both live with. An agreement ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 29-Oct-2019

  Is Your Spouse Hiding Assets?

  When a client comes to see me to discuss divorce it is not unusual for me to hear “I think my spouse is hiding assets. I have no idea what assets we have, or where they are. What do I do?” At many of my seminars, I advise couples getting ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 8-Oct-2019

  ENGAGEMENT SEASON IS HERE!

  Are you thinking about your dress? Flowers? The cake? What about your Prenuptial Agreement? Newly engaged couples everywhere are starting to plan their perfect wedding. Many are focused on sharing the big news with family and friends over the ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 3-Sep-2019

  Stay-at-Home Moms and Dads can Survive Divorce!!

  Are you wondering how you are going to survive your divorce financially? There are many spouses who married young or gave up lucrative careers to have children once they were married. They often spend most of their marriage helping to support and, in ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 4-Mar-2019

  Is Your Spouse Paying Taxes?

  Is Your Spouse Paying the Taxes? It’s that time of year again. Dreaded tax time! For those getting a divorce, taxes are the least of their worries. But let me share with you a story that will open your eyes and make you think twice. After ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. featuring Michael Giusto, Esq. 20-Sep-2018

  What Happens to Your Estate Plan When You Divorce?

  What Happens to Your Estate Plan When You Divorce? By Michael Giusto and Lois Brenner Getting a divorce is a stressful experience and it’s not unusual for spouses to forget to address estate planning issues either before, during, or afterwards. ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 1-May-2018

  Is Your Spouse Hiding Assets?

  Divorcing? Is Your Spouse Hiding Assets? When a client comes to see me to discuss divorce it is not unusual for me to hear “I think my spouse is hiding assets. I have no idea what assets we have, or where they are. What do I do?” At many ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 2-Apr-2018

  Can a Postnuptial Agreement save your Marriage?

  Can a Postnuptial Agreement save your Marriage? Getting married is very exciting! Spring is that time of year when brides are eagerly gearing up for their June weddings and all the glitz, glamour and drama that a wedding brings. But what about the ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 12-Mar-2018

  ARE YOU ENTITLED TO SPOUSAL SUPPORT?

  ARE YOU ENTITLED TO SPOUSAL SUPPORT? Sometimes clients are confused as to how spousal support works. As a psychologically-trained mediator and divorce attorney, I often define what spousal support is and how it applies to a couple’s situation ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 2-Mar-2018

  FINANCIAL DIVORCE "SMARTS"

  FINANCIAL DIVORCE “SMARTS” Are you financially ready to get divorced? Even if you are not quite ready to get divorced, you need to be informed and Financially Smart. Deciding to Divorce is a complex process. Deciding how easy or difficult ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 21-Feb-2017

  Does Your Marriage Need a Postnuptial Agreement?

  Does Your Marriage need a Postnuptial Agreement? Some couples consider a prenuptial agreement when they are getting married. What if you weren’t one of those couples? Is it too late once you’ve been married to put something in place to ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 6-Oct-2016

  Engagement Season is here!

  ENGAGEMENT SEASON IS HERE! Are you thinking about your dress? flowers? the cake? What about your prenuptial agreement? Newly engaged couples everywhere are starting to plan their perfect wedding. Many are focused on sharing the big news with family ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 11-Jul-2016

  8 Reasons Why You Should Consider a Prenuptial Agreement

  With wedding season upon us, it is important for couples to consider creating prenuptial agreements before walking down the aisle. While some people look upon prenuptial agreements negatively, it should be understood that they are designed to protect ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 1-Mar-2016

  Divorce And Taxes: What You Need To Know!

  As a divorce attorney, many of my clients were trying to end their marriage as 2015 ended, and for others, they started divorce proceedings as the New Year began. I encourage everyone to understand that divorce has tax ramifications. You need to be ...

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• Posted By Lois Brenner 28-Feb-2015

  Divorce and Taxes

  Here are Tax Tips to help you! 1) Alimony or Child Support Deductions: If you are awarded alimony in a divorce it is stipulated in your separation agreement. If you are the party paying alimony, you can usually deduct alimony on your tax return, ...

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• Posted By Lois Brenner 11-Jun-2014

  Where There's a Will, There's a Way!

  You would be surprised at the number of people who don’t have one. Of course, part of this can be explained by the fact that people do not like to think about death – especially their own. So they put off preparing a will, and put it off, ...

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• Posted By Lois Brenner 1-Jun-2013

  Top Ten Reasons to Have a Prenuptial Agreement

  A baby is on the way for Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, and if rumors are true, wedding bells may soon follow. Should they have a prenuptial agreement? Just ask Katy Perry, Madonna, and Kelsey Grammer why a prenuptial agreement is so important. But ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 12-Sep-2012

  Divorcing? Get Your Financial House in Order

  When considering divorce, one of the easiest things you can do for yourself is to keep your financial house in order and the way to do it is to get organized. Having your financial information stored and processed in a systematic manner will go a ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 19-Apr-2011

  Financial Mistakes Married Women Make

  When women fall in love, they often hand the purse strings over to their husbands. As a divorce attorney, it is the single biggest mistake I see women make. Once a woman gives all the financial decision making power to her husband, she puts herself ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 21-Dec-2010

  Divorce and Your Credit Score

  Are you thinking about your New Year’s Resolutions and about making some changes in your life. If you are thinking about getting a divorce, your credit score may be the last thing on your mind, but you’d better think twice. Divorce can ...

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