Dividing property in a Texas divorce creates challenges, especially when inheritance plays a role. Texas follows community property laws, meaning both spouses own most assets acquired during marriage. This means that complications can arise depending on how spouses...
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Handling vacation homes and investment properties in a divorce
Dividing property during a divorce in Texas can become complicated when you have more than one house to consider. Vacation homes and investment properties can hold significant financial or emotional value, which makes addressing them a key part of the divorce process....
What happens to the house in a divorce in Texas?
Divorce can be a complicated and emotional process. This is particularly true when it comes to dividing assets. One of the assets that many couples are concerned about is their home. Texas is a community property state, so any property acquired during the course of...
4 ways your prenup might not address property division scenarios
The goal of prenuptial agreements is to provide clarity and protection in the event of divorce. However, prenups sometimes overlook some property division situations. This could potentially lead to disputes and dissatisfaction during divorce proceedings. 1. Failure to...
Can you get in trouble for selling your business before divorce?
In Texas, selling your business before filing for divorce might seem like a smart move to simplify the divorce process. However, such actions could lead to legal consequences. For example, selling a business just before filing for divorce might raise suspicions of...
What are your assets worth?
Obtaining accurate valuations of high-value assets is essential when dividing property. Whether it is a family home, business or other substantial holding, determining the value ensures a fair and equitable distribution. In Texas, community property laws govern asset...
How Texas courts divide property in a divorce
Divorce can be a complex and emotionally challenging process, especially when dividing shared assets and debts. In Texas, community property laws guide the property division process. Understanding these laws can help you make the right decisions as you negotiate a...
Can a mediator help with property division disputes in divorce?
Divorce is never easy, and dividing shared property can often add more stress to an already challenging situation. This is especially true in Texas, where the law considers all property acquired during marriage as community property, subject to equal division. One way...
Are your assets joint or separate?
When going through a divorce, it is important that you understand how to divide your assets and property. Most of your assets will fall into one of two categories: community or joint, and separate. Community property Diffen takes a look at community and separate...
Tips to uncover hidden assets
Dividing property is often one of the more difficult aspects of going through a divorce. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for a spouse to hide assets to protect them from division with an ex-spouse. If you suspect your spouse is not being fully transparent about...