Trick or Truth? Common Divorce Myths That Hurt Settlements Divorce is already difficult without being misled by well-meaning friends, outdated advice, or popular misconceptions. While many people believe they know how divorce works, financial realities often paint a very different picture. At Alternative Divorce Solutions, we help clients cut through the noise with clear, fact-based…

Dividing Memberships, Subscriptions, and Services: The Small Things That Add Up Dividing big assets like homes and retirement accounts is expected in divorce—but what about the little things? Shared subscriptions, gym memberships, and digital services may seem minor, but if left unaddressed, they can cause confusion, disruption, or unnecessary expenses. At Alternative Divorce Solutions, our…

What Happens to Unused Travel Points or Miles in Divorce? When dividing marital assets, it’s easy to focus on the major accounts – homes, retirement plans, investments – but overlooking smaller assets like travel rewards, airline miles, or credit card points can mean leaving real value on the table. At Alternative Divorce Solutions, our CDFA®…

How Divorce Can Affect Your Credit Score – and What to Do About It Credit may not be the first thing you think about during a divorce – but it can be one of the most impacted areas in your financial life. Divorce doesn’t directly change your credit score, but the financial behaviors and decisions…

Understanding the True Cost of “Keeping the House” Keeping the house may feel like the most stable choice during a divorce – but the emotional decision doesn’t always align with long-term financial security. Many clients are surprised by the ongoing costs and responsibilities that come with homeownership post-divorce, especially when income, savings, or household dynamics…

Is It Time to Update Your Financial Documents? Divorce doesn’t just change your relationship status – it changes your financial life. While many clients focus on asset division and support arrangements, it’s just as important to update your financial paperwork after the settlement is finalized. Outdated documents can lead to unintended consequences, especially when it…

Hidden Costs of Divorce: What Most People Overlook When most people think about the cost of divorce, legal fees and the division of assets often come to mind first. But beneath the surface lies a range of financial consequences that can quietly erode long-term security. These hidden costs often go unaddressed—until they impact your post-divorce…

What Happens to Stock Options in Divorce: Evaluating Equity Compensation with Confidence Dividing assets in divorce can be complicated, especially when equity-based compensation like stock options, RSUs, or performance shares is involved. These types of executive benefits often carry significant financial value – but they’re frequently misunderstood, misclassified, or undervalued during settlement negotiations. At Alternative…

Litigation vs. Mediation: Choosing the Right Approach for Your Divorce Divorce is a challenging process that affects every aspect of your life, especially when significant assets and long-term goals are at stake. When deciding on a strategy to end a marriage, two primary methods often come into play: litigation and mediation. While mediation is often…