Financial Strategies for Securing Your Future After Marriage
Divorce is a significant life event that can reshape your future emotionally, legally, and—importantly—financially. If you’re preparing for divorce or currently in the process, it’s crucial to understand the financial landscape to protect what you’ve worked hard to build. In Tennessee, where divorce laws are rooted in fairness but not necessarily equal outcomes, having a strategic approach to managing assets, debts, and future financial planning is vital. As a Franklin-based divorce attorney specializing in these complex cases, I am here to guide you through the key areas where financial pitfalls can arise, offering solutions to secure your financial stability. 1. Understanding Equitable Distribution in Tennessee: More Than a 50-50 Split In Tennessee , the concept of equitable distribution governs how marital property is divided in divorce. Unlike community property states where assets are split down the middle, Tennessee courts aim to divide marital assets equitably—or fairly—based on...