As the Tie Unbinds, Keep your Financial Sanity with the Eighth Edition of... "Divorce & Money: How to Make the Best Financial Decisions During Divorce".Renowned Attorney, Violet Woodhouse, Presents Guide for Making Sense of the Financial and Legal Realities of Divorce without Going Broke NEWPORT BEACH Newport Beach, residential and resort city (1990 pop. 66,643), Orange co., S Calif., on Newport Bay and the Pacific Ocean; inc. 1906. It is a popular seaside resort and yachting center. Manufactures include electrical and medical equipment, computers, boats, and adhesives. , Calif. -- From the moment the divorce proceedings begin to the day the final papers are signed, you and your ex will be asked to make dozens of crucial financial decisions that will impact both of you for years to come. Should you sell the house? What should you do about alimony alimony, in law, allowance for support that an individual pays to his or her former spouse, usually as part of a divorce settlement. It is based on the common law right of a wife to be supported by her husband, but in the United States, the Supreme Court in 1979 or child support? How will the divorce affect you both tax-wise? What's the best way to divide the assets? Author Violet P. Woodhouse answers these and other questions in what critics are calling the most comprehensive financial-planning guide for divorcing couples available - "Divorce & Money: How to Make the Best Financial Decisions During Divorce" (8th Edition, December 1, 2006). For 14 years, Divorce & Money has been the leading guide to evaluating and dividing assets during divorce. "Divorce is not the best time to deal with money, but it may be the most crucial," states the new edition of Divorce & Money. "It's a crash course in managing personal finances - a course you must take whether you signed up for it or not." Divorce & Money addresses the burning issues facing divorcing couples, including: * The Unique Rights of Same-Sex Couples * Division of Retirement Benefits, Investments, and Health Savings Accounts A Health Savings Account (HSA) is a tax-advantaged medical savings account available to taxpayers in the United States who are enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). The funds contributed to the account are not subject to federal income tax at the time of deposit. * Handling Alimony and Child Support * Tips for Protecting Against Abuse of Joint Accounts and Credit Cards * Up-to-date tax and pension-plan information In addition, the newest edition of Divorce & Money features sections that explore the following current topics: When Unhitching, Save Big Bucks by Unbundling A regulatory requirement that enables a competing service provider to purchase parts of the incumbent local exchange carrier's network in order to provide service to its customers. See ILEC. Your Legal Services legal services n. the work performed by a lawyer for a client. Letting a lawyer handle your divorce may be costly, but going it alone is risky. Now there's a happy medium, at least in some states -- unbundling of legal services, also known as limited scope representation. In the new edition of Divorce & Money, attorney Violet Woodhouse shows you how to pick and choose what parts of your divorce to manage yourself, and what parts to delegate to a pro. The likely results? Peace of mind and a nice piece of change. Divorcing a Debtor? How New Federal Bankruptcy Laws Affect Divorce The new edition of Divorce & Money also explores the impact of recent changes to federal bankruptcy laws -- vital information if your deep-in-debt spouse might seek court protection from creditors after the divorce. Woodhouse will show you how to structure your separation agreement -- and ultimately your divorce judgment -- to protect yourself from institutions more interested in being paid than being fair. Avoiding Litigation An action brought in court to enforce a particular right. The act or process of bringing a lawsuit in and of itself; a judicial contest; any dispute. When a person begins a civil lawsuit, the person enters into a process called litigation. with Collaborative Divorce Overview and History Collaborative law (also called collaborative practice, collaborative divorce, and collaborative family law) was originally a divorce procedure in which the two parties agreed that they would not go to court, or threaten to do so. The eighth edition of Divorce & Money also explores the fairly new concept of collaborative divorce. Unlike mediation, collaborative divorce does not involve a neutral third party. Instead, each spouse is represented by an attorney who is committed to a fair resolution of all the issues in the divorce. Central to this process is resolution rather than litigation, and benefits include an increased likelihood of compliance with terms negotiated, a more positive overall experience involving compromise on both sides, and a more cooperative environment for co-parenting. Organized like a workbook work·book n. 1. A booklet containing problems and exercises that a student may work directly on the pages. 2. A manual containing operating instructions, as for an appliance or machine. 3. , Divorce & Money includes easy-to-read charts and tables as well as icons that alert readers to "Questions to Ask Your Attorney," time-sensitive decisions, tasks that involve a series of steps, and helpful Web sites. Divorce & Money: How to Make the Best Financial Decisions During Divorce is available for $34.99 in major bookstores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com and Web-based retailers. The 304-page edition's ISBN ISBN abbr. International Standard Book Number ISBN International Standard Book Number ISBN n abbr (= International Standard Book Number) → ISBN m number is 1-4133-0522-9, and will publish December 1, 2006. About the Author, Violet Woodhouse Violet Woodhouse, an attorney, Certified Financial Planner Certified Financial Planner (CFP) A person who has passed examinations accredited by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, showing that the person is able to manage a client's banking, estate, insurance, investment, and tax affairs. consultant, and Certified Family Law Specialist, is recognized as one of the nation's top 200 financial planners Financial Planner A qualified investment professional who assists individuals and corporations meet their long-term financial objectives by analyzing the client's status and setting a program to achieve these goals. by Worth, and has been consistently ranked as one of Los Angeles Los Angeles (lôs ăn`jələs, lŏs, ăn`jəlēz'), city (1990 pop. 3,485,398), seat of Los Angeles co., S Calif.; inc. 1850. Magazine's "California Super Lawyers." A regular guest on local and national news shows and a favorite source for reporters locally and nationally, Woodhouse is available for interviews to address personal finance topics. Lending her expertise to any style of interview in a knowledgeable and easily understood manner, Woodhouse's creative tactics are a must-know for every couple. About Nolo Press Nolo creates books and software to guide you safely and easily past the legal tangles of life's big events. Nolo offers reliable, understandable answers to all kinds of everyday legal questions, whether they involve personal or business matters. For more information visit www.nolo.com. Editor's Note Editor's Note (foaled in 1993 in Kentucky) is an American thoroughbred Stallion racehorse. He was sired by 1992 U.S. Champion 2 YO Colt Forty Niner, who in turn was a son of Champion sire Mr. Prospector and out of the mare, Beware Of The Cat. Trained by D. : For interviews, an advance copy of the book, or a high-resolution image of Woodhouse, contact Sabrina Shannon at (714) 573-0899 ext. 27. |
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