Divorce often feels frightening and overwhelming, especially at the beginning if it came as a surprise. Even if you do not oppose the divorce and were expecting the paperwork, reading a divorce ...

Millions of married and divorced Americans are eligible for Social Security spousal benefits — but most never claim them.

The rules and purpose of Social Security, or Old Age, Survivors and Disability (OASDI) benefits are generally simple. This program from the US government is managed by the Social Security ...

Divorce is rarely a straightforward experience. There's bound to be a flurry of emotions. In addition, there are practical issues to work through, like how marital belongings will be divided and where ...

Divorce professionals see many issues that cause divorce. Read about the most common causes here. Many years ago, I worked with a family that was going through a painful divorce after the husband ...

We asked the Claude AI assistant for advice on dividing 401(k)s during a "gray divorce." While the answer was "concise and accurate," a financial adviser reveals a crucial loophole involving IRAs that ...

If you're married or divorced, you could be entitled to spousal benefits in addition to any retirement benefits based on your own work record. But if your marital status changes in retirement, it ...

A new study shows that women who attend advisor meetings feel more confident about managing their own finances in case of ...

Three financial experts explain prenups, postnups, stealth prenups, and why you should talk to an attorney before using ...