Are Your Emotions Getting in The Way of a Fair and Equitable Divorce Settlement?
It’s no surprise that divorce brings out the worst in all of us. Emotions run high and anger, jealousy, resentment and feelings of betrayal can color our decisions. The unfortunate reality is that these feelings can trigger actions that may sabotage your divorce settlement. To help minimize the impact that your emotions can have when you’re negotiating the terms of your divorce, consider these potential problems. Property Division Do you have an emotional attachment to the family home? Are your overly concerned with the possibility that your estranged spouse may be planning to settle in with a new partner – in the home that you built together? These feelings are natural, but they’re not productive. It’s understandable that you feel anger and resentment at the idea of your ex moving on in the home you made together. But, ultimately, that house is an asset that needs to be divided. Divorce offers the opportunity to start a new. Sever ties to material possessions and look towards the...