Section 4 - Money & Assets

The essentials of property, pensions, maintenance, and disclosure. 1. Understanding the Financial “Pot” – Marital vs. non-marital assets. 2. The Court’s Five Key Factors – Income, housing, pensions, debts, and needs. 3. Financial Disclosure (Form E) – How to prepare it properly. 4. Property Division Options – Sale, transfer, or offset. 5. Valuing & Splitting Pensions – Why pensions matter more than people think. 6. Dealing With Debts – How courts view joint and individual debt. 7. Interim Financial Arrangements – Managing money before final orders. 8. Tax & Future Planning – Hidden costs and long-term financial thinking. 9. Avoiding Common Financial Mistakes – Missteps that lead to extra costs or delays. When to Involve Financial Experts – When an accountant or actuary is worth it.