According to a study conducted by the Harris Poll, more than 33% of married couples in the United States claim that financial issues are the leading cause of stress in their marriage. Even though divorce is often associated with financial hardships, residents of...
For many people in Colorado, estate planning can seem confusing and overwhelming. If they've never written an estate plan, they have no idea where to start. Common questions might be "Do I need an attorney?" "What should I include in my will?" "What happens if I don't...
Couples in Colorado and other U.S. states who are facing divorce can go through a wide array of emotional and financial difficulties. While the distribution of assets can be complicated enough, things get even more difficult whenever a business is involved. Although...
Many Colorado couples have significant property and assets that deserve protection against excessive taxation and possible losses. Many commonly used estate planning tools can help to secure your financial legacy for heirs, protect your assets and even reduce your tax...
Divorce rates remain consistently high across all ages and especially among couples nearing their retirement years. Many times, an empty nest leads to ending a longtime marriage. Eventually, you might get remarried, which could raise issues with eventual claims on...
The number of "gray divorces" has climbed in recent years. It makes sense that there would be a rise in the number of Colorado seniors getting remarried. While updating an estate plan might not be at the top of a newly remarried couple’s mind, there are several good...
Although popular culture reinforces the stereotype of men leaving their wives for younger women, the truth of the matter is that it is usually women who ultimately decide to end their marriages. In fact, women initiate divorce in almost 70 percent of cases. While...
If you are a divorced parent with minor children, at some point, one of your children may say that they want to live with their other parent. Even Colorado parents who suspected that this conversation might happen may feel unprepared. Listening to your child You need...
Many people mistakenly think that estate planning is only useful for people who are either very old or extremely rich. However, more Colorado residents in their 20s and 30s are becoming aware of the benefits that estate planning can provide them. Another mistaken...
When doctors in Colorado are contemplating a divorce, there are several things that they need to think about. Divorces usually involve splitting up assets, but things get more complicated when medical practices are involved. More likely than not, most doctors today...