Disagreements over family finances is one of the leading causes of divorce in the United States, but no matter what the cause of a breakup, divorce can be a very financially costly event for all parties involved. Unfortunately, divorce by its very nature is not something people can approach calmly or dispassionately and it is hard to keep your financial head when you are in the midst of such an emotional upheaval. If you are in the midst of a divorce, or heading towards one soon, perhaps some of the tips and hints below may be helpful.
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