Married couples often amass considerable assets. If they choose to divorce, they have to divide these assets. It’s not always easy to do this, especially when there are considerable assets.
As you’re working with your ex to determine who gets what, be sure to consider these points.
1. Balance asset distribution
One of the common ways to balance asset distribution is to split the largest assets first. You can then use the smaller ones to balance things out. You need to know the value of the assets to make division a bit easier.
2. Remember to divide debts
Debts also have to be divided during the divorce. You may be able to pay some debts by selling assets before the property division. If not, the debts can be used to balance out the assets. It may behoove you to create a budget before you move into the property division process so you know exactly what budget you’ll have for covering expenses for assets and payments for debts.
3. Your credit can suffer
If there aren’t assets to sell to pay off debts, they will be assigned to a spouse to pay. Creditors don’t have to abide by the terms of the divorce, so they may still hold both spouses accountable for the debt. Because of this, your credit may take a hit if your ex doesn’t pay the bills they’re supposed to pay.
The property division process is only one part of a divorce. Ensuring you have the best settlement possible to start off your new life can make things a bit easier for you. Consider the overall cost of keeping assets so you don’t end up being overburdened trying to keep your finances in check.
